Adesmia lihuelensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana14: 242 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164242
Common Names
- Lihuelensis Adesmia
- Lihuelensis Bush
- Lihuelensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adesmia lihuelensis (also called 'Lihuel 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 lihuelensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adesmia lihuelensis 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia lihuelensis 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 lihuelensis
Adesmia lihuelensis can be found in the dry areas of Chile and Argentina.
Adesmia lihuelensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia lihuelensis?
Adesmia lihuelensis
What is the common name of Adesmia lihuelensis?
Lihuel Adesmia
What is the natural habitat of Adesmia lihuelensis?
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
References
Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia lihuelensis Burkart: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.