Adesmia macrostachya - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(1): 55 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164869
Common Names
- Large-spike Adesmia
- Large-spiked Adesmia
- Large-spike Broom
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- Patagonium macrostachyum Kuntze [valid]
Description
Adesmia macrostachya (also called 'Large-spike Bird's-foot', among many other common names) is a shrub with small, yellow flowers and a woody stem. It is native to Chile and Argentina and typically grows in dry, coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia macrostachya is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia macrostachya has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia macrostachya is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Adesmia macrostachya
Adesmia macrostachya is native to Argentina and Uruguay and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Adesmia macrostachya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia macrostachya?
Adesmia macrostachya
What is the common name of Adesmia macrostachya?
Large-spiked adesmia
What is the family of Adesmia macrostachya?
Fabaceae
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia macrostachya Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.