Adesmia neuquenensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana12: 91 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167222
Common Names
- Adesmia neuquenensis
- Neuquen Adesmia
- Neuquen Bird's Foot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adesmia neuquenensis (also called 'Neuquén Bird's Foot', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It has a woody stem and small, oval leaves. It typically grows in rocky areas and dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia neuquenensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia neuquenensis has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved pistil. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia neuquenensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best sown in the fall and should be planted in well-drained soil in a sunny location. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Pruning may be necessary to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Adesmia neuquenensis
Adesmia neuquenensis can be found in the Andes Mountains of Argentina and Chile.
Adesmia neuquenensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia neuquenensis?
Adesmia neuquenensis
What is the common name of Adesmia neuquenensis?
Unknown
What is the growth habit of Adesmia neuquenensis?
It is a shrub or small tree
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:4678-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia neuquenensis Burkart: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.