Adesmia tehuelcha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Speg.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Anales Soc. Ci. Argent.47: 275 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193866
Common Names
- Adesmia tehuelcha
- Tehuelcha adesmia
- Adesmia tehuelcha
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- Patagonium tehuelches Speg. [valid]
Description
Adesmia tehuelcha (also called Adesmia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small yellow flowers and grows in sandy soils in open grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia tehuelcha is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil cover crop, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adesmia tehuelcha is small and yellow. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened legume. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single root.
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Adesmia tehuelcha is a perennial shrub that grows in sandy soils. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they take root.
Where to Find Adesmia tehuelcha
Adesmia tehuelcha is native to the Patagonia region of South America. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open areas and canyons. It is also found in grasslands and scrublands.
Adesmia tehuelcha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia tehuelcha?
Adesmia tehuelcha
What is the common name of Adesmia tehuelcha?
Tehuelche adesmia
What is the natural habitat of Adesmia tehuelcha?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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
Carlos Luigi Spegazzini (1858-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speg.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia tehuelcha Speg.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.