Desmanthus bicornutus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bicornutus
ID:
170902
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
ildis
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts21: 426 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170231
Common Names
- Bundleflower
- Desmanthus
- Prairie Mimosa
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- Mimosa canonis M.E.Jones [valid]
- Desmanthus rostratus B.L.Turner [valid]
- Desmanthus subulatus (Britton & Rose) B.L.Turner [deprecated]
- Acuan bicornutum (S.Watson) Britton & Rose [valid]
- Acuan subulatum Britton & Rose [valid]
- Acuan bicornuta (S.Watson) Britton & Rose [unknown]
- Acuan subulata Britton & Rose [unknown]
- Desmanthus subulatus (Britton & Rose) Wiggins [unknown]
Description
Desmanthus bicornutus (also called Bicornuate Desmanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the dry regions of North America and is found in dry scrub, grassland and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Desmanthus bicornutus is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a source of food and for tanning leather.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Desmanthus bicornutus is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Desmanthus bicornutus is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune regularly to maintain shape and size.
Where to Find Desmanthus bicornutus
Desmanthus bicornutus is native to India and can be found in dry, rocky areas in the Himalayas.
Desmanthus bicornutus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Desmanthus bicornutus?
Desmanthus bicornutus
What is the common name of Desmanthus bicornutus?
Bicornutus Desmanthus
Where is Desmanthus bicornutus native to?
India
Species in the Desmanthus genus
Desmanthus acuminatus, Desmanthus bicornutus, Desmanthus cooleyi, Desmanthus covillei, Desmanthus fruticosus, Desmanthus interior, Desmanthus leptolobus, Desmanthus obtusus, Desmanthus oligospermus, Desmanthus paspalaceus, Desmanthus pumilus, Desmanthus reticulatus, Desmanthus tatuhyensis, Desmanthus velutinus, Desmanthus virgatus, Desmanthus leptophyllus, Desmanthus pernambucanus, Desmanthus illinoensis, Desmanthus hexapetalus, Desmanthus glandulosus, Desmanthus painteri, Desmanthus pubescens, Desmanthus pringlei, Desmanthus illinoensis, Desmanthus leptophyllus, Desmanthus illinoensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Desmanthus bicornutus S.Watson: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.