Dahlstedtia pentaphylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentaphylla
ID:
187203
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Taub.) Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana11: 269 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186532
Common Names
- Five-leaf clover
- Five-leaf desmodium
- Dahlstedtia pentaphylla
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- Camptosema pentaphyllum Taub. [valid]
Description
Dahlstedtia pentaphylla (also called Five-leaved Dahlstedtia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family Fabaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Dahlstedtia pentaphylla is used as a medicinal plant, for fodder, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dahlstedtia pentaphylla has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Dahlstedtia pentaphylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.
Where to Find Dahlstedtia pentaphylla
Dahlstedtia pentaphylla is native to India and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas such as roadsides and cultivated fields.
Dahlstedtia pentaphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dahlstedtia pentaphylla?
Dahlstedtia pentaphylla
What are the common names of Dahlstedtia pentaphylla?
Five-leaved Dahlstedtia, Five-leaved Pea
What is the natural habitat of Dahlstedtia pentaphylla?
It is native to China, and is found in moist forests and along stream banks
Species in the Dahlstedtia genus
Dahlstedtia pinnata, Dahlstedtia pentaphylla, Dahlstedtia araripensis, Dahlstedtia bahiana, Dahlstedtia castaneifolia, Dahlstedtia dehiscens, Dahlstedtia floribunda, Dahlstedtia glaziovii, Dahlstedtia grandiflora, Dahlstedtia lewisiana, Dahlstedtia peckoltii, Dahlstedtia calcarata, Dahlstedtia confertiflora, Dahlstedtia hylobia, Dahlstedtia muehlbergiana, Dahlstedtia burkartii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Paul Hermann Wilhelm Taubert (1862-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taub.' in the authors string.
Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:75872-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Dahlstedtia pentaphylla (Taub.) Burkart: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.