Desmanthus illinoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
illinoensis
ID:
188002
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Michx.) Robinson & Fernald
Source:
ildis
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187331
Common Names
- Illinois Desmanthus
- Illinois Bundleflower
- Illinois Prairie-Briar
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Desmanthus illinoensis (also called 'Illinois bundleflower', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the United States. It has pinnate leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Desmanthus illinoensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a windbreak, and as a source of firewood and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Desmanthus illinoensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, thin stem and small, round leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Desmanthus illinoensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Desmanthus illinoensis
Desmanthus illinoensis can be found in the central and eastern United States, from Texas to Ohio and north to Minnesota.
Desmanthus illinoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Desmanthus illinoensis?
Desmanthus illinoensis
What is the family of Desmanthus illinoensis?
Fabaceae
Where is Desmanthus illinoensis found?
Eastern United States and Canada
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
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.
Merritt Lyndon Fernald (1873-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernald' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:30211162-2: Based on the initial data import