Adesmia cytisoides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen19: 119 (1874)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164811
Common Names
- Adesmia Cytisoides
- Chilean Fescue
- Chilean Needle Grass
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- Patagonium cytisoides (Griseb.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Adesmia cytisoides (also called Cytisus-like Broom, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It is found in dry and semi-dry areas, such as scrubland, grassland and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia cytisoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of fodder for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Adesmia cytisoides var. pugionata (Griseb.) BurkartAdesmia cytisoides var. oleae Burkart
Adesmia cytisoides var. cytisoides
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia cytisoides has small yellow flowers, which are followed by small, brown, ovoid seeds. The seedlings have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Adesmia cytisoides can be propagated by seed or by division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination occurs. To propagate by division, dig up the plant and divide the clump into smaller sections. Replant the divisions in a sunny location with well-draining soil.
Where to Find Adesmia cytisoides
Adesmia cytisoides is native to Argentina and can be found in the provinces of La Rioja, San Juan, and San Luis.
Adesmia cytisoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia cytisoides?
Adesmia cytisoides
What is the common name of Adesmia cytisoides?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Adesmia cytisoides?
Gravelly soils in the Andes of Peru
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
References
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia cytisoides Griseb.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.