Desmanthus velutinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
velutinus
ID:
170920
Status:
valid
Authors:
Scheele
Source:
ildis
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Linnaea21: 455 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170249
Common Names
- Velvet Bundleflower
- Velvet Desmanthus
- Velvet Prairie Mimosa
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- Acuan velutinum (Scheele) Kuntze [valid]
- Desmanthus pedunculatus Buckley [valid]
- Acuan velutina (Scheele) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Desmanthus velutinus (also called Velvet 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 velutinus is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil improver, and as a source of biomass for fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Desmanthus velutinus is a small white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Desmanthus velutinus 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 velutinus
Desmanthus velutinus 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 velutinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Desmanthus velutinus?
Desmanthus velutinus
What is the common name of Desmanthus velutinus?
Velvety Desmanthus
What is the growth habit of Desmanthus velutinus?
It is an annual herb that grows up to 3 feet tall
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
George Heinrich Adolf Scheele (1808-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scheele' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Desmanthus velutinus Scheele: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.