Acmispon intricatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Eastw.) Brouillet
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas2: 390 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285165
Common Names
- Intricate Spurred Legume
- Intricate Acmispon
- Intricate Bird's-foot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acmispon intricatus (also called Intricate Deerweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and narrow leaves. It is native to California and is found in chaparral, grassland, and coastal sage scrub habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acmispon intricatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acmispon intricatus has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, thin seed pod. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acmispon intricatus is a drought-tolerant perennial shrub. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Acmispon intricatus
Acmispon intricatus is native to the western United States.
Acmispon intricatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acmispon intricatus?
Acmispon intricatus
What is the common name of Acmispon intricatus?
Intricate Acmispon
What is the habitat of Acmispon intricatus?
It is found in dry and open habitats, including grasslands, scrublands, and deserts.
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
Alice Eastwood (1859-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eastw.' in the authors string.
Luc Brouillet (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brouillet' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60448524-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Acmispon intricatus (Eastw.) Brouillet: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.