Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
covillei
ID:
170905

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & Rose) Wiggins

Source:
ildis

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Field & Lab.18: 128 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170234



Common Names

  • Coville's Desmanthus
  • Desmanthus
  • Bundleflower


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Synonyms

  • Acuan covillei Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Desmanthus covillei arizonicus B.L.Turner [valid]
  • Acuan palmeri Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Desmanthus palmeri (Britton & Rose) B.L.Turner [deprecated]
  • Desmanthus palmeri (Britton & Rose) Wiggins [unknown]

Description

Desmanthus covillei (also called Coville's 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 covillei is used as a forage crop, a soil stabilizer, and for its edible seeds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmanthus covillei has small, white flowers that are about 1/2 inch in diameter. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are slender with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmanthus covillei 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 covillei

Desmanthus covillei is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in desert scrub, grassland, and chaparral habitats.

Desmanthus covillei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmanthus covillei?

Desmanthus covillei

What is the common name of Desmanthus covillei?

Coville's Desmanthus

Where is Desmanthus covillei native to?

India

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Ira Loren Wiggins (1899-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiggins' in the authors string.