Adesmia balsamica facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Adesmia balsamica
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Plantae
Clade:	Tracheophytes
Clade:	Angiosperms
Clade:	Eudicots
Clade:	Rosids
Order:	Fabales
Family:	Fabaceae
Genus:	Adesmia
Species:	A. balsamica
Binomial name
Adesmia balsamica Bertero ex Colla
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Adesmia balsamica is a special kind of flowering plant that is quite rare. It belongs to the legume family, which is also known as Fabaceae. This family includes many plants you might know, like peas, beans, and lentils! Adesmia balsamica is a small shrub that gives off a lovely, sweet smell, a bit like a balsamic perfume or resin.

You can find this unique plant in parts of South America. One place where it grows is La Campana National Park in Chile.

What is Adesmia balsamica?

Adesmia balsamica is a type of plant that grows as a small shrub. A shrub is a woody plant that is smaller than a tree and has many branches starting from near the ground. This plant is known for its special scent, which comes from a sticky, sweet-smelling substance it produces. This scent is often described as "balsamic," meaning it's fragrant and pleasant.

Where does it grow?

This plant is native to South America. It prefers certain environments, and one well-known spot where it thrives is La Campana National Park in Chile. National parks help protect rare plants like Adesmia balsamica so they can continue to grow and be part of the natural world.

Why is it rare?

A plant is called "rare" when there are not many of them left in the wild. This can happen for many reasons, such as habitat loss (when their natural homes are destroyed) or changes in the environment. Protecting rare species like Adesmia balsamica is important for keeping our planet's biodiversity healthy.

See also

In Spanish: Jarilla de Chile para niños

• Adesmia resinosa