Adesmia paranensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana10: 521 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164893
Common Names
- Parana Adesmia
- Adesmia Paranensis
- Adesmia del Paraná
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adesmia paranensis (also called 'Parana Bird's-foot', among many other common names) is a shrub with small, yellow flowers and a woody stem. It is native to Chile and Argentina and typically grows in dry, coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia paranensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia paranensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia paranensis is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Adesmia paranensis
Adesmia paranensis is native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of up to 4,000 meters.
Adesmia paranensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia paranensis?
Adesmia paranensis
What are the common names of Adesmia paranensis?
Parana Adesmia
What is the natural habitat of Adesmia paranensis?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
Species in the Adesmia genus
Adesmia aromatica, Adesmia boelckeana, Adesmia calycicomosa, Adesmia coquimbensis, Adesmia lihuelensis, Adesmia littoralis, Adesmia pseudincana, Adesmia pseudogrisea, Adesmia aconcaguensis, Adesmia acuta, Adesmia aegiceras, Adesmia ameghinoi, Adesmia aphylla, Adesmia arachnipes, Adesmia araucana, Adesmia araujoi, Adesmia arenicola, Adesmia argentea, Adesmia argyrophylla, Adesmia aspera, Adesmia atacamensis, Adesmia aueri, Adesmia aurantiaca, Adesmia balsamica, Adesmia bedwellii, Adesmia bijuga, Adesmia boronioides, Adesmia brachysemeon, Adesmia bracteata, Adesmia brevivexillata, Adesmia candida, Adesmia capitellata, Adesmia ciliata, Adesmia colinensis, Adesmia concinna, Adesmia conferta, Adesmia cordobensis, Adesmia coronilloides, Adesmia corymbosa, Adesmia curvifolia, Adesmia cytisoides, Adesmia darapskyana, Adesmia denticulata, Adesmia denudata, Adesmia dichotoma, Adesmia digitata, Adesmia disperma, Adesmia dumosa, Adesmia echinus, Adesmia elata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia paranensis Burkart: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.