Adesmia suffocata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Fl. Antarct.: 256 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165461
Common Names
- Suffocating Adesmia
- Choking Adesmia
- Stifling Adesmia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Patagonium suffocatum (Hook.f.) Macloskie [valid]
Description
Adesmia suffocata (also called Suffocating Pea, among many other common names) is a small shrub or woody vine native to the Congo Basin. It has small, dark green leaves and produces clusters of small, white flowers. It is found in moist, sandy soils and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia suffocata has been used as a source of firewood and forage for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adesmia suffocata is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia suffocata is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering. It is also tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Adesmia suffocata
Adesmia suffocata is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains.
Adesmia suffocata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia suffocata?
Adesmia suffocata
What type of plant is Adesmia suffocata?
A shrub
Where is Adesmia suffocata found?
Southwestern United States
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
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia suffocata Hook.f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.