Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ghiesbreghtii
ID:
170964

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot.1: 279 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170293



Common Names

  • Ghiesbreght's Ticktrefoil
  • Ghiesbreght's Desmodium
  • Ghiesbreght's Hairy-jointgrass


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Synonyms

  • Meibomia giesbreghtii Kuntze [valid]

Description

Desmodium ghiesbreghtii (also called Ghiesbreght'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 ghiesbreghtii is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmodium ghiesbreghtii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium ghiesbreghtii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Desmodium ghiesbreghtii

Desmodium ghiesbreghtii is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Desmodium ghiesbreghtii FAQ

What is the growth rate of Desmodium ghiesbreghtii?

Desmodium ghiesbreghtii has a moderate growth rate.

What is the soil type suitable for Desmodium ghiesbreghtii?

Desmodium ghiesbreghtii prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Desmodium ghiesbreghtii?

Desmodium ghiesbreghtii 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,

Species in the Fabaceae family