Desmodium illinoense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
ildis
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts8: 289 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170302
Common Names
- Illinois Ticktrefoil
- Illinois Desmodium
- Illinois Tick Clover
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- Meibomia illinoensis Kuntze [valid]
Description
Desmodium illinoense (also called Illinois 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 illinoense is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Desmodium illinoense 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Desmodium illinoense 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 illinoense
Desmodium illinoense can be found in the Midwestern United States, including Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri.
Desmodium illinoense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Desmodium illinoense?
Desmodium illinoense
What type of plant is Desmodium illinoense?
Desmodium illinoense is a flowering plant.
Where is Desmodium illinoense found?
Desmodium illinoense 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
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Desmodium illinoense A.Gray: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.