Desmodium microcarpum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rusby) L.C.P.Lima, A.M.G.Azevedo & L.P.Queiroz
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa169: 62 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443758
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Desmodium microcarpum (also called Small-Fruited Tick-Trefoil, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean. It has pink flowers and grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Desmodium microcarpum is a small, evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and parks. It is also a popular hedge plant in temperate climates.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Desmodium microcarpum is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Desmodium microcarpum is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe side shoots in summer.
Where to Find Desmodium microcarpum
Desmodium microcarpum is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.
Desmodium microcarpum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Desmodium microcarpum?
Desmodium microcarpum
What type of plant is Desmodium microcarpum?
Desmodium microcarpum is a shrub.
Where is Desmodium microcarpum found?
Desmodium microcarpum is found in 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
References
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Luciano Paganucci de Queiroz (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Queiroz' in the authors string.
Laura Cristina Pires Lima (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.C.P.Lima' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Desmodium microcarpum (Rusby) L.C.P.Lima, A.M.G.Azevedo & L.P.Queiroz: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.