Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Anales Mus. Nac. Santiago de Chile1: 18 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164871
Common Names
- Melanthes Adesmia
- Melanthes False Broom
- Melanthes Broom
Synonyms
- Patagonium melanthes (Phil.) Reiche [valid]
Description
Adesmia melanthes (also called 'Black-flowered Bird's-foot', among many other common names) is a shrub with small, black flowers and a woody stem. It is native to Chile and Argentina and typically grows in dry, coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia melanthes has been used as a source of fuel, forage, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia melanthes has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adesmia melanthes 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 melanthes
Adesmia melanthes is native to Argentina and Uruguay and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Adesmia melanthes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia melanthes?
Adesmia melanthes
What is the common name of Adesmia melanthes?
Black-stemmed adesmia
What is the family of Adesmia melanthes?
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