Adesmia reclinata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Muniz
Source:
ildis
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Agric. Tecn. Chile viii. 78 (1948); cf. Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. iii. 118(1950).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164917
Common Names
- Argentine Bush
- Argentine Bush-clover
- Adesmia Reclinata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adesmia reclinata (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 reclinata is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia reclinata has small yellow flowers, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, with a height of about 5 cm and a diameter of about 1 cm.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia reclinata 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 reclinata
Adesmia reclinata is found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.
Adesmia reclinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia reclinata?
Adesmia reclinata
What is the family of Adesmia reclinata?
Fabaceae
Where is Adesmia reclinata 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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-11337: Based on the initial data import
Onaney Muñiz Gutiérrez (1937-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Muniz' in the authors string.