Adesmia sessiliflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fl. Atacam.: 16 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164933
Common Names
- Sessiliflora Adesmia
- Adesmia Sessiliflora
- Sessiliflora's Adesmia
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- Patagonium sessiliflorum Kuntze [valid]
Description
Adesmia sessiliflora (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 sessiliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The plant is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adesmia sessiliflora is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia sessiliflora is a shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It 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 semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Adesmia sessiliflora
Adesmia sessiliflora can be found in the Andes Mountains of Chile and Argentina.
Adesmia sessiliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia sessiliflora?
Adesmia sessiliflora
What is the family of Adesmia sessiliflora?
Fabaceae
Where is Adesmia sessiliflora 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 sessiliflora Phil.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.