Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diffusissimum
ID:
185178

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mohlenbr.) Yakovlev

Source:
ildis

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh29: 350 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184507

Common Names

  • Acosmium diffusissimum
  • Sweetia diffusissima
  • Diffuse Acosmium

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Synonyms

  • Sweetia diffusissima Mohlenbr. [valid]

Description

Acosmium diffusissimum (also called Diffusissimum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas, often in open meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Acosmium diffusissimum is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. Its leaves are used as a fodder for livestock, and its flowers are used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acosmium diffusissimum has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acosmium diffusissimum is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial that grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall. It is hardy in USDA Zones 5-9 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions can be taken in the fall.

Where to Find Acosmium diffusissimum

Acosmium diffusissimum is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Acosmium diffusissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acosmium diffusissimum?

Acosmium diffusissimum

What is the common name of Acosmium diffusissimum?

Diffuse Acosmium

What is the habitat of Acosmium diffusissimum?

Acosmium diffusissimum is found in tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Robert H. Mohlenbrock (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mohlenbr.' in the authors string.
Gennady Yakovlev (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yakovlev' in the authors string.