Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
volckmannii
ID:
166148

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile21: 444 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165477



Common Names

  • Adesmia Volckmannii
  • Volckmann's Adesmia
  • Volckmann Adesmia


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Synonyms

  • Adesmia quadrijuga Phil. [valid]
  • Patagonium volckmannii (Phil.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Patagonium campestre Rendle [valid]
  • Adesmia campestris (Rendle) Rowlee [valid]
  • Patagonium quadrijugum Kuntze [valid]
  • Patagonium volkmannii (Phil.) Reiche [unknown]

Description

Adesmia volckmannii (also called 'Volckmann's adesmia', among many other common names) is a perennial 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 volckmannii is used as a source of fuelwood and timber, as a forage crop for livestock, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adesmia volckmannii has yellow 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia volckmannii 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 volckmannii

Adesmia volckmannii is native to Argentina and can be found in the Andes mountain range.

Adesmia volckmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia volckmannii?

Adesmia volckmannii

What is the common name of Adesmia volckmannii?

Volckmann's Adesmia

What is the natural habitat of Adesmia volckmannii?

Dry areas, open fields, and disturbed sites

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