Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sandwithii
ID:
165599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burkart

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana12: 93 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164928

Common Names

  • Sandwith's Adesmia
  • Adesmia Sandwithii
  • Sandwith Adesmia

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Description

Adesmia sandwithii (also called Chilean Bird's-foot, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to Chile and Argentina, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Adesmia sandwithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is used to treat digestive issues and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adesmia sandwithii is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia sandwithii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Adesmia sandwithii

Adesmia sandwithii can be found in the Andes Mountains of Chile and Argentina.

Adesmia sandwithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia sandwithii?

Adesmia sandwithii

What is the family of Adesmia sandwithii?

Fabaceae

Where is Adesmia sandwithii native to?

South America

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

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