Desmodium conzattii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Greenm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.2: 331 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170277
Common Names
- Conzatti's Tick-trefoil
- Conzatti's Desmodium
- Desmodium conzattii
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- Meibomia conzattii Standl. [valid]
Description
Desmodium conzattii (also called Conzatti's Tick-trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woods and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Desmodium conzattii is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop for livestock, and as a soil-binding plant to prevent erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Desmodium conzattii 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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Desmodium conzattii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist location.
Where to Find Desmodium conzattii
Desmodium conzattii is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be found in dry habitats, such as in open woodlands and grasslands.
Desmodium conzattii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Desmodium conzattii?
Desmodium conzattii
What type of plant is Desmodium conzattii?
Desmodium conzattii is a flowering plant.
Where is Desmodium conzattii found?
Desmodium conzattii is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
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
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Desmodium conzattii Greenm.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.