Adenocarpus subdecorticans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subdecorticans
ID:
520826
Status:
valid
Authors:
Humbert & Maire
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Sci. Nat. Maroc15: 23 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520158
Common Names
- Adenocarpus Subdecorticans
- Subdecorticated Adenocarpus
- Subdecorticated Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adenocarpus subdecorticans (also called Subdecorticate Broom, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Canary Islands. It has a woody stem and small, needle-like leaves. It grows in dry, sandy habitats such as dunes and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Adenocarpus subdecorticans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adenocarpus subdecorticans has small yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adenocarpus subdecorticans can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and full sun. It is a short-lived perennial, so it should be divided every two to three years to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Adenocarpus subdecorticans
Adenocarpus subdecorticans is native to the Canary Islands.
Adenocarpus subdecorticans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenocarpus subdecorticans?
Adenocarpus subdecorticans
What is the common name of Adenocarpus subdecorticans?
Subdecorticate Adenocarpus
What is the habitat of Adenocarpus subdecorticans?
It is found in dry, desert areas
Species in the Adenocarpus genus
Adenocarpus anagyrifolius, Adenocarpus foliolosus, Adenocarpus ombriosus, Adenocarpus viscosus, Adenocarpus argyrophyllus, Adenocarpus complicatus, Adenocarpus artemisiifolius, Adenocarpus bacquei, Adenocarpus boudyi, Adenocarpus cincinnatus, Adenocarpus decorticans, Adenocarpus faurei, Adenocarpus mannii, Adenocarpus telonensis, Adenocarpus umbellatus, Adenocarpus hispanicus, Adenocarpus commutatus, Adenocarpus desertorum, Adenocarpus subdecorticans, Adenocarpus complicatus, Adenocarpus ronaldii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:472210-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Adenocarpus × subdecorticans Humbert & Maire: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.