Status:
valid
Authors:
Clos
Source:
ildis
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
C.Gay, Fl. Chil.2: 90 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164882
Common Names
- Multicuspis Pea
- Many-toothed Pea
- Many-toothed Adesmia
Synonyms
- Adesmia melanocarpa Phil. [unknown]
- Adesmia oxalidophylla Phil. [unknown]
- Patagonium oxalidophyllum (Phil.) Kuntze [valid]
- Adesmia melanocarpa Phil. ex Reiche [unknown]
- Patagonium multicuspe (Clos) Kuntze [valid]
- Patagonium oxalidophyllum melanocarpum Reiche [valid]
- Adesmia oxalidiphylla Phil. [unknown]
- Adesmia melanocarpa (Reiche) Phil. ex Dyer [unknown]
Description
Adesmia multicuspis (also called 'Many-pointed 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 multicuspis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia multicuspis has small yellow flowers, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, with a height of about 5 cm and a diameter of about 1 cm.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adesmia multicuspis 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 multicuspis
Adesmia multicuspis is native to Argentina and can be found in the Andes Mountains.
Adesmia multicuspis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia multicuspis?
Adesmia multicuspis
What are the common names of Adesmia multicuspis?
Multi-cusped Adesmia
What is the natural habitat of Adesmia multicuspis?
Tropical and subtropical dry 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