Description
Desmodium nuttallii (also called Nuttall's 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 nuttallii is used as a medicinal herb to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a fodder for livestock and as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Desmodium nuttallii is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Desmodium nuttallii 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 nuttallii
Desmodium nuttallii is native to the United States and can be found in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.