Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
165566

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Linnaea28: 683 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164895

Common Names

  • Small-leaved Adesmia
  • Small-leaved Chilean Broom
  • Chilean Broom

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Synonyms

  • Adesmia axillaris Phil. [valid]
  • Patagonium axillare Kuntze [valid]
  • Patagonium lanatum axillaris (Phil.) Speg. [valid]
  • Patagonium parvifolium Kuntze [valid]
  • Patagonium parvifolium axillare (Phil.) Reiche [valid]
  • Adesmia parvifolia axillaris (Phil.) Reiche [valid]
  • Patagonium lanatum parvifolia Speg. [unknown]

Description

Adesmia parvifolia (also called 'Small-leaved 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 parvifolia has been used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adesmia parvifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have thin, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia parvifolia 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 parvifolia

Adesmia parvifolia is native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of up to 4,000 meters.

Adesmia parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia parvifolia?

Adesmia parvifolia

What are the common names of Adesmia parvifolia?

Small-leaved Adesmia

What is the natural habitat of Adesmia parvifolia?

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