Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessilifolia
ID:
749211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Iganci & Miotto

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa26: 22 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748544



Common Names

  • Adesmia Sessilifolia
  • Sessile-Leaved Adesmia
  • Sessile-Leaved Desmodium


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Description

Adesmia sessilifolia (also called Sessile-leaved adesmia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 2–4 m and has oval leaves. Its flowers are white or pink and are arranged in a raceme. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Adesmia sessilifolia is an edible plant that is used in traditional medicine. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Adesmia sessilifolia are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia sessilifolia is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Chile and is found in dry, open areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Adesmia sessilifolia

Adesmia sessilifolia is native to Chile.

Adesmia sessilifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia sessilifolia?

Adesmia sessilifolia

What is the common name of Adesmia sessilifolia?

Sessile-leaved Adesmia

What is the natural habitat of Adesmia sessilifolia?

Tropical dry forests in Chile

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

Silvia Tersinha Sfoggia Miotto (1952-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miotto' in the authors string.
João Ricardo Vieira Iganci: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iganci' in the authors string.