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valid
Authors:
Mey. ex Vog.
Source:
ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194770
Common Names
- Cuneate Acacia
- Cuneate Wattle
- Cuneate
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.
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