Desmodium cordistipulum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot.1: 277 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170278
Common Names
- Cordate-stipule Tick-trefoil
- Cordate-stipule Desmodium
- Desmodium cordistipulum
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- Meibomia cordistipula (Hemsl.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Desmodium cordistipulum (also called Cordate-stipuled Tick-trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North 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 cordistipulum is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop for livestock, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Desmodium cordistipulum for. cryptopodum (S.F.Blake) B.G.Schub. & McVaughDesmodium cordistipulum for. cordistipulum
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Desmodium cordistipulum 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 cordistipulum 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 cordistipulum
Desmodium cordistipulum is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Desmodium cordistipulum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Desmodium cordistipulum?
Desmodium cordistipulum
What type of plant is Desmodium cordistipulum?
Desmodium cordistipulum is a flowering plant.
Where is Desmodium cordistipulum found?
Desmodium cordistipulum 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
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Desmodium cordistipulum Hemsl.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.