Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wrangelianus
ID:
195462

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Sokoloff

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Taxon48: 58 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194791

Common Names

  • Wrangel's Acmispon
  • Wrangel Acmispon
  • Wrangel's

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Synonyms

  • Lotus wrangelianus Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [valid]
  • Lotus subpinnatus wrangelianus (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Jeps. [valid]
  • Hosackia wrangeliana G.Don ex Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Hosackia subpinnata sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Anisolotus wrangeliana (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Bernh. [valid]
  • Hosackia wrangeliana (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Acmispon wrangelianus (also called Wrangel's Acmispon, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Argentina and Chile. It typically grows to a height of 0.3-1.2 m, with a spread of 0.3-1.5 m. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and scrublands, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acmispon wrangelianus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acmispon wrangelianus has yellow flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acmispon wrangelianus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be semi-hardwood.

Where to Find Acmispon wrangelianus

Acmispon wrangelianus is found in California, USA.

Acmispon wrangelianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acmispon wrangelianus?

Acmispon wrangelianus

What is the common name of Acmispon wrangelianus?

Wrangel's Bird's-foot Trefoil

What is the habitat of Acmispon wrangelianus?

It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Demétrio Sokoloff: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sokoloff' in the authors string.