Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ragonesei
ID:
165585

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burkart

Source:
ildis

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana12: 334 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164914



Common Names

  • Ragonese's Adesmia
  • Ragonese's Burr-clover
  • Ragonese's Burr-clover


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Description

Adesmia ragonesei (also called Chilean Bird's-foot, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to Chile and Argentina, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Adesmia ragonesei is used as a source of fuel, forage, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adesmia ragonesei has yellow flowers, small, black seeds and seedlings with long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia ragonesei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Adesmia ragonesei

Adesmia ragonesei is found in the Andes Mountains of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru.

Adesmia ragonesei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia ragonesei?

Adesmia ragonesei

What is the family of Adesmia ragonesei?

Fabaceae

Where is Adesmia ragonesei native to?

South America

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