Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jaliscanum
ID:
170977

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts22: 406 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170306



Common Names

  • Jalisco Ticktrefoil
  • Jalisco Desmodium
  • Jalisco Tick Clover


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Synonyms

  • Meibomia jaliscana Standl. [valid]

Description

Desmodium jaliscanum (also called Jalisco 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 jaliscanum 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 jaliscanum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium jaliscanum 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 jaliscanum

Desmodium jaliscanum can be found in the Mexican states of Jalisco and Michoacán.

Desmodium jaliscanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium jaliscanum?

Desmodium jaliscanum

What type of plant is Desmodium jaliscanum?

Desmodium jaliscanum is a flowering plant.

Where is Desmodium jaliscanum found?

Desmodium jaliscanum 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