Adesmia uspallatensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gillies ex Hook. & Arn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Bot. Misc.3: 192 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165471
Common Names
- Uspallatensis Adesmia
- Adesmia Uspallatensis
- Uspallatensis
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- Patagonium uspallatense (Gillies ex Hook. & Arn.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Adesmia uspallatensis (also called 'Uspallata adesmia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia uspallatensis is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a source of fuelwood and timber, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia uspallatensis has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia uspallatensis 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 uspallatensis
Adesmia uspallatensis is native to Argentina and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Adesmia uspallatensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia uspallatensis?
Adesmia uspallatensis
What type of plant is Adesmia uspallatensis?
A shrub
Where is Adesmia uspallatensis 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
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.
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia uspallatensis Gillies ex Hook. & Arn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.