Adesmia melanocaulos - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile84: 434 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164870
Common Names
- Black-stem Adesmia
- Black-stemmed Adesmia
- Black-stem False Broom
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- Adesmia diaziana I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
- Patagonium melanocaulon Reiche [valid]
Description
Adesmia melanocaulos (also called 'Black-stemmed 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 melanocaulos is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia melanocaulos 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 melanocaulos 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 melanocaulos
Adesmia melanocaulos is native to Argentina and Uruguay and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Adesmia melanocaulos FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia melanocaulos?
Adesmia melanocaulos
What is the common name of Adesmia melanocaulos?
Black-stemmed adesmia
What is the family of Adesmia melanocaulos?
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
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia melanocaulos Phil.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.