Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bellum
ID:
170934

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) B.G.Schub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb.135: 102 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170263



Common Names

  • Showy Tick-trefoil
  • Tick-trefoil
  • Showy Desmodium


Searching for Desmodium bellum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Meibomia bella S.F.Blake [valid]

Description

Desmodium bellum (also called Bell's 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 bellum 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 bellum 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.

Searching for Desmodium bellum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium bellum is a perennial shrub native to South America. It grows in moist, well-drained 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 partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Desmodium bellum

Desmodium bellum is native to the tropical regions of South and Central America. It can be found in lowland rainforests, moist savannas, and open woodlands.

Desmodium bellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium bellum?

Desmodium bellum

What is the common name of Desmodium bellum?

Bellum Desmodium

Where is Desmodium bellum 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

References

Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Bernice Giduz Schubert (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Schub.' in the authors string.