Desmodium floridanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Common Names
- Florida Ticktrefoil
- Florida Desmodium
- Florida Hairy-jointgrass
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- Meibomia rhombifolia sensu auct. [deprecated]
Description
Desmodium floridanum (also called Florida 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 floridanum is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Desmodium floridanum is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard-shelled seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.
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Desmodium floridanum 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 floridanum
Desmodium floridanum is native to North America and can be found in the southeastern United States.
Desmodium floridanum FAQ
What is the growth rate of Desmodium floridanum?
Desmodium floridanum has a moderate growth rate.
What is the soil type suitable for Desmodium floridanum?
Desmodium floridanum prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.
What is the ideal temperature for Desmodium floridanum?
Desmodium floridanum prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
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,