Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macropodium
ID:
170988

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Nov. Mexic.: 44 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170317



Common Names

  • Macropodium Desmodium
  • Large-foot Desmodium
  • Large-footed Desmodium


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Synonyms

  • Meibomia macropodia Kuntze [valid]

Description

Desmodium macropodium (also called Large-Footed Desmodium, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to Mexico. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, well-drained soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium macropodium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmodium macropodium is a small, white to pinkish-white flower with four petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium macropodium 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 macropodium

Desmodium macropodium can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Desmodium macropodium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium macropodium?

Desmodium macropodium

What is the common name of Desmodium macropodium?

Macropodium desmodium

Where is Desmodium macropodium found?

Desmodium macropodium is found in Brazil.

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