Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
painteri
ID:
188054

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & Rose) Standl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.11: 159 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187383



Common Names

  • Desmanthus painteri
  • Painter's Desmanthus
  • Painter's Bundleflower


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Synonyms

  • Acuan painteri Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Acuan arsenei Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Desmanthus arsenei (Britton & Rose) Standl. [valid]

Description

Desmanthus painteri (also called Painter's Desmanthus, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It typically grows in dry deciduous forests, scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Desmanthus painteri is used as a forage crop and for erosion control. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for soil improvement.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmanthus painteri is a yellow-orange color and is shaped like a bell. The seed is a small, oval, brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmanthus painteri is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the Indian Ocean. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist.

Where to Find Desmanthus painteri

Desmanthus painteri is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in disturbed soils.

Desmanthus painteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmanthus painteri?

Desmanthus painteri

What is the common name of Desmanthus painteri?

Painter's Desmanthus

What is the family of Desmanthus painteri?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
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.