Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
miniatura
ID:
170997

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & L.O.Williams

Source:
ildis

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Ceiba1: 83 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170326



Common Names

  • Miniature Ticktrefoil
  • Miniature Desmodium
  • Miniature Tick Clover


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Description

Desmodium miniatura (also called Miniature 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 miniatura 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 miniatura is a small, pink, 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 miniatura is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist location.

Where to Find Desmodium miniatura

Desmodium miniatura is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Desmodium miniatura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium miniatura?

Desmodium miniatura

What is the family of Desmodium miniatura?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Desmodium miniatura?

Miniature tick-trefoil

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

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.