Adesmia rahmeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Anales Mus. Nac. Santiago de Chile1: 15 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164915
Common Names
- Rahmer's Adesmia
- Rahmer's Burr-clover
- Rahmer's Burr-clover
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- Patagonium rahmeri Reiche [valid]
Description
Adesmia rahmeri (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 rahmeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia rahmeri has yellow flowers, small, black seeds and seedlings with short, thick stems.
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Adesmia rahmeri 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 rahmeri
Adesmia rahmeri is found in the Andes Mountains of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru.
Adesmia rahmeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia rahmeri?
Adesmia rahmeri
What is the family of Adesmia rahmeri?
Fabaceae
Where is Adesmia rahmeri 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
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia rahmeri Phil.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.