Acmispon denticulatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Drew) D.D.Sokoloff
Source:
ildis
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn.37: 130 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194046
Common Names
- Denticulatus acmispon
- Acmispon denticulatus
- Denticulatus bird's-foot trefoil
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- Lotus denticulatus Greene [valid]
- Anisolotus denticulatus (Drew) A.Heller [valid]
- Hosackia denticulata Drew [valid]
Description
Acmispon denticulatus (also called Tooth-leaved Bird's-foot Trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Hawaii. It typically grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, shrublands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Acmispon denticulatus is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acmispon denticulatus has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acmispon denticulatus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Acmispon denticulatus
Acmispon denticulatus is native to California and Baja California.
Acmispon denticulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acmispon denticulatus?
Acmispon denticulatus
What is the common name of Acmispon denticulatus?
Tooth-leaved Bird's-foot Trefoil
What is the family of Acmispon denticulatus?
Fabaceae
Species in the Acmispon genus
Acmispon americanus, Acmispon denticulatus, Acmispon brachycarpus, Acmispon parviflorus, Acmispon rubriflorus, Acmispon maritimus, Acmispon subpinnatus, Acmispon wrangelianus, Acmispon glaber, Acmispon argophyllus, Acmispon argyraeus, Acmispon cytisoides, Acmispon dendroideus, Acmispon distichus, Acmispon glabrus, Acmispon grandiflorus, Acmispon haydonii, Acmispon intricatus, Acmispon junceus, Acmispon mearnsii, Acmispon micranthus, Acmispon nudatus, Acmispon oroboides, Acmispon prostratus, Acmispon procumbens, Acmispon strigosus, Acmispon tomentosus, Acmispon decumbens, Acmispon neomexicanus, Acmispon plebeius, Acmispon watsonii, Acmispon flexuosus, Acmispon niveus, Acmispon rigidus, Acmispon utahensis, Acmispon wrightii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Elmer Reginald Drew (1865-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drew' in the authors string.
Dmitri Sokolov (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Sokoloff' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Acmispon denticulatus (Drew) D.D.Sokoloff: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.