Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuneata
ID:
195441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mey. ex Vog.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194770

Common Names

  • Cuneate Acacia
  • Cuneate Wattle
  • Cuneate

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Description

Adesmia cuneata (also called Chilean Bird's-foot, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Adesmia cuneata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, ulcers, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adesmia cuneata 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

Adesmia cuneata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Adesmia cuneata

Adesmia cuneata is found in South America.

Adesmia cuneata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia cuneata?

Adesmia cuneata

What is the common name of Adesmia cuneata?

Cuneata Adesmia

What type of plant is Adesmia cuneata?

Herb

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