Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arizonicum
ID:
170932

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts20: 363 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170261



Common Names

  • Arizona Ticktrefoil
  • Arizona Desmodium
  • Arizona's Ticktrefoil


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Synonyms

  • Meibomia arizonica Vail [valid]

Description

Desmodium arizonicum (also called Arizona 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 arizonicum 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 arizonicum 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 arizonicum is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall. The plant should be grown in full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Desmodium arizonicum

Desmodium arizonicum is native to the southwestern United States. It can be found in dry, open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Desmodium arizonicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium arizonicum?

Desmodium arizonicum

What is the common name of Desmodium arizonicum?

Arizonicum Desmodium

Where is Desmodium arizonicum native to?

India

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