Desmanthus pringlei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pringlei
ID:
188057
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Britton & Rose) F.J.Herm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci.38: 237 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187386
Common Names
- Desmanthus pringlei
- Pringle's Desmanthus
- Pringle's Bundleflower
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- Acuan pringlei Britton & Rose [valid]
Description
Desmanthus pringlei (also called Pringle'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 pringlei 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 pringlei 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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Desmanthus pringlei is a perennial legume that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in areas with low fertility. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division of the root crown.
Where to Find Desmanthus pringlei
Desmanthus pringlei is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in disturbed soils.
Desmanthus pringlei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Desmanthus pringlei?
Desmanthus pringlei
What is the common name of Desmanthus pringlei?
Pringle's Desmanthus
What is the family of Desmanthus pringlei?
Fabaceae
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
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.
Frederick Joseph Hermann (1906-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.J.Herm.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Desmanthus pringlei (Britton & Rose) F.J.Herm.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.