Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
metallicum
ID:
170993

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose & Standl.) Standl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.11: 161 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170322



Common Names

  • Metallicum Desmodium
  • Metallic Desmodium
  • Metallic Tick-trefoil


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Synonyms

  • Nephromeria metallica (Rose & Standl.) Schindl. [valid]
  • Galactia nitida Standl. [unknown]
  • Meibomia metallica Rose & Standl. [valid]

Description

Desmodium metallicum (also called Metallic 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 metallicum has been used as a food source and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmodium metallicum is a small, purple, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium metallicum 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 metallicum

Desmodium metallicum is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in open fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Desmodium metallicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium metallicum?

Desmodium metallicum

What is the common name of Desmodium metallicum?

Metallicum desmodium

Where is Desmodium metallicum found?

Desmodium metallicum 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