Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viscidissima
ID:
194538

Status:
valid

Authors:
Johnston

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193867



Common Names

  • Adesmia viscidissima
  • Viscidissima adesmia
  • Adesmia viscidissima


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Description

Adesmia viscidissima (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 viscidissima 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 viscidissima 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia viscidissima 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 viscidissima

Adesmia viscidissima is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open areas and canyons. It is also found in grasslands and scrublands.

Adesmia viscidissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia viscidissima?

Adesmia viscidissima

What is the common name of Adesmia viscidissima?

Viscid adesmia

What is the natural habitat of Adesmia viscidissima?

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