Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zoellneri
ID:
175496

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ulibarri

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Hickenia1: 277 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174825



Common Names

  • Adesmia Zoellneri
  • Zoellneri Adesmia
  • Adesmia


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Description

Adesmia zoellneri (also called Zoellner's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Chile. It has a woody stem and pinnately compound leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas such as hillsides, cliffs, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Adesmia zoellneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of forage for livestock. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adesmia zoellneri has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings are slender, with dark green leaves and yellow-green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia zoellneri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Adesmia zoellneri

Adesmia zoellneri is native to Argentina and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Adesmia zoellneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia zoellneri?

Adesmia zoellneri

What is the common name of Adesmia zoellneri?

Zoellner's Pea

What is the habitat of Adesmia zoellneri?

Dry, sandy soils

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