Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustatum
ID:
170924

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose & Standl.) Standl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.4: 214 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170253



Common Names

  • Narrowleaf Ticktrefoil
  • Slender Ticktrefoil
  • Narrow-leaved Ticktrefoil


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Synonyms

  • Meibomia angustata Rose & Standl. [valid]

Description

Desmodium angustatum (also called Narrow-leaved Desmodium, 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

Desmodium angustatum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil improver, and as a source of biomass for fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmodium angustatum has small, white flowers that are about 1/2 inch in diameter. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are slender with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium angustatum 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 Desmodium angustatum

Desmodium angustatum is native to the southeastern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Desmodium angustatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium angustatum?

Desmodium angustatum

What is the common name of Desmodium angustatum?

Narrow-leaved Desmodium

What is the growth habit of Desmodium angustatum?

It is an annual herb that grows up to 3 feet tall

Species in the Desmodium genus

Desmodium affine, Desmodium ambiguum, Desmodium amplifolium, Desmodium angustatum, Desmodium angustifolium, Desmodium arechavaletae, Desmodium arizonicum, Desmodium batocaulon, Desmodium bellum, Desmodium bioculatum, Desmodium bridgesii, Desmodium callilepis, Desmodium campyloclados, Desmodium canaliculatum, Desmodium chartaceum, Desmodium chiapense, Desmodium cinerascens, Desmodium coloniense, Desmodium conzattii, Desmodium cordistipulum, Desmodium crassum, Desmodium cubense, Desmodium cuneatum, Desmodium delotum, Desmodium densiflorum, Desmodium denudatum, Desmodium fernaldii, Desmodium floridanum, Desmodium foliosum, Desmodium ghiesbreghtii, Desmodium glabrescens, Desmodium gracile, Desmodium grahamii, Desmodium guadalajaranum, Desmodium hartwegianum, Desmodium hassleri, Desmodium helleri, Desmodium illinoense, Desmodium infractum, Desmodium intermedium, Desmodium jaliscanum, Desmodium johnstonii, Desmodium lamprocarpum, Desmodium lavanduliflorum, Desmodium leptoclados, Desmodium limense, Desmodium lindheimeri, Desmodium longiarticulatum, Desmodium luteolum, Desmodium macrodesmum,

Species in the Fabaceae family