Adesmia trifoliolata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gillies ex Hook. & Arn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Bot. Misc.3: 194 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165466
Common Names
- Trifoliolata Adesmia
- Adesmia Trifoliolata
- Trifoliolata
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- Patagonium trifoliolatum Kuntze ex Taub. [unknown]
- Patagonium trifoliolatum (Gillies) Kuntze ex Taub. [valid]
Description
Adesmia trifoliolata (also called Three-leaved 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 trifoliolata has been used for forage, firewood, and timber production.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Adesmia trifoliolata var. epunctata BurkartAdesmia trifoliolata var. trifoliolata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adesmia trifoliolata 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 trifoliolata is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Adesmia trifoliolata
Adesmia trifoliolata is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains.
Adesmia trifoliolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia trifoliolata?
Adesmia trifoliolata
What type of plant is Adesmia trifoliolata?
A shrub
Where is Adesmia trifoliolata 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
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia trifoliolata Gillies ex Hook. & Arn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.