Status:
valid
Authors:
Vogel
Source:
ildis
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Linnaea12: 77 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165468
Common Names
- Tristis Adesmia
- Adesmia Tristis
- Tristis
Synonyms
- Patagonium triste Kuntze [valid]
Description
Adesmia tristis (also called Sad Pea, among many other common names) is a small shrub or woody vine native to the Congo Basin. It has small, dark green leaves and produces clusters of small, white flowers. It is found in moist, sandy soils and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia tristis has been used for forage, firewood, and timber production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adesmia tristis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adesmia tristis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Adesmia tristis
Adesmia tristis is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains.
Adesmia tristis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia tristis?
Adesmia tristis
What type of plant is Adesmia tristis?
A shrub
Where is Adesmia tristis found?
Southwestern United States
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