Status:
valid
Authors:
Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana14: 212 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164238
Common Names
- Aromatic Adesmia
- Fragrant Adesmia
- Aromatic Bush
Description
Adesmia aromatica (also called 'Aromatic Adesmia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia aromatica is used for its timber and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adesmia aromatica is a small, yellow, globular head, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, flattened, oval-shaped seed, about 3 mm long. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves, and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adesmia aromatica is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the shrub should be watered regularly and fertilized occasionally.
Where to Find Adesmia aromatica
Adesmia aromatica can be found in the dry areas of Chile and Argentina.
Adesmia aromatica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia aromatica?
Adesmia aromatica
What is the common name of Adesmia aromatica?
Aromatic Adesmia
What is the natural habitat of Adesmia aromatica?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
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