Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenella
ID:
179724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy.: 19 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179053



Common Names

  • Adesmia Tenella
  • Tenella Vine
  • Tenella Bush


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Synonyms

  • Patagonium vesicarium (Colla) Reiche [unknown]

Description

Adesmia tenella (also called Slender adesmia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in open grasslands, pastures, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Adesmia tenella is a medicinal plant that has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It has also been used as an ornamental plant and for its insect repellent properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Adesmia tenella var. misera (Phil.) Skottsb.
Adesmia tenella var. tenella
Adesmia tenella var. macrocarpa Ulibarri

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adesmia tenella has small yellow flowers that are held in clusters of up to 10. The seed is a flat, dark brown, hard-coated legume. The seedlings are slender and have a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia tenella is a perennial legume that is grown in tropical and subtropical regions. It is best grown in well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0-7.0. Propagation is done by seed. The seed should be sown in rows at a depth of 1-2 cm and spaced at 10-15 cm apart. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 10 cm apart.

Where to Find Adesmia tenella

Adesmia tenella can be found in South America, from Bolivia to Argentina.

Adesmia tenella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia tenella?

Adesmia tenella

What is the common name of Adesmia tenella?

Tiny Adesmia

What is the natural habitat of Adesmia tenella?

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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.