Desmodium marilandicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Darl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cestr., ed. 2. 412. 1837
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170505
Common Names
- Marilandicum Desmodium
- Desmodium marilandicum
- Tick-Trefoil
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Desmodium marilandicum (also called Maryland Tick-Trefoil, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to North America. It has white flowers and is often found in moist, grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Desmodium marilandicum 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 marilandicum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Desmodium marilandicum 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 marilandicum
Desmodium marilandicum 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 marilandicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Desmodium marilandicum?
Desmodium marilandicum
What is the common name of Desmodium marilandicum?
Marilandicum desmodium
What is the growth habit of Desmodium marilandicum?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-16777: Based on the initial data import
William Darlington (1782-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Darl.' in the authors string.