Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leiocarpum
ID:
171174

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) G.Don

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist.2: 294 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170503



Common Names

  • Leiocarpum Desmodium
  • Desmodium leiocarpum
  • Tick-Trefoil


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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum leiocarpum Spreng. [valid]
  • Meibomia leiocarpa (Spreng.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Hedysarum erectum Vell. [valid]

Description

Desmodium leiocarpum (also called Smooth Tick-Trefoil, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to North America. It has purple flowers and is often found in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium leiocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. The plant is drought tolerant and has a low water requirement, making it a good choice for xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmodium leiocarpum is a small, pink-purple pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark-brown, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a few small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium leiocarpum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Desmodium leiocarpum

Desmodium leiocarpum is native to North America and can be found in moist meadows, thickets, and open woods from Quebec to British Columbia, south to Florida and Texas.

Desmodium leiocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium leiocarpum?

Desmodium leiocarpum

What is the common name of Desmodium leiocarpum?

Leiocarpum desmodium

What is the growth habit of Desmodium leiocarpum?

It is an erect, annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.

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

Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.