Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
virgatus
ID:
176528

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 4: 1047 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175857



Common Names

  • Virgin's Bower
  • Desmanthus Virgatus
  • Virgated Desmanthus


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Synonyms

  • Desmanthus virgatus depressus (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) B.L.Turner [valid]
  • Acuan texanum Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Acuan tracyi Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Desmanthus depressus Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd. [valid]
  • Mimosa depressa (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Poir. [valid]
  • Acuan virgatum (L.) Medik. [valid]
  • Mimosa virgata L. [valid]
  • Mimosa angustisiliqua Lam. [illegitimate]
  • Acacia virgata (L.) Gaertn. [valid]
  • Desmanthus pratorum Macfad. [valid]
  • Desmanthus tenellus DC. [valid]
  • Acacia angustisiliqua Desf. [illegitimate]
  • Acuan depressa (Willd.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Desmanthus pernambucensis (L.) Thell. [unknown]
  • Desmanthus strictus DC. [unknown]
  • Mimosa pernambucensis L. [unknown]
  • Acuan texana Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Acuan virgata (L.) Medik. [unknown]
  • Acacia depauperata Mart. ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Acacia leptosperma Bello [valid]
  • Acuania depressa (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Desmanthus virgatus virgatus [unknown]
  • Acuan virgata albiflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acuan virgata flaviflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acuan virgatum albiflorum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acuan virgatum flaviflorum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Mimosa pernambucana Mill. [illegitimate]

Description

Desmanthus virgatus (also called Virgate Desmanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and a slender, erect stem. It is native to South America and is found in open areas, along roadsides and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Desmanthus virgatus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of animal fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Desmanthus virgatus flower is a small, white, five-petaled flower. Its seeds are small, black, and round. Its seedlings are small, green, and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmanthus virgatus is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate by cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Desmanthus virgatus

Desmanthus virgatus is native to North America and can be found in the central and southeastern United States.

Desmanthus virgatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmanthus virgatus?

Desmanthus virgatus

What is the common name of Desmanthus virgatus?

No common name

What is the family of Desmanthus virgatus?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.