Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parkinsonii
ID:
185486

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Nov. Mexic.: 45 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184815



Common Names

  • Parkinson's Desmodium
  • Parkinson's Tick-Trefoil
  • Desmodium Parkinsonii


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Synonyms

  • Meibomia parkinsonii Kuntze [valid]

Description

Desmodium parkinsonii (also called Parkinson's Desmodium, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It typically grows in moist soils and is often found in tropical rainforests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium parkinsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Desmodium parkinsonii are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium parkinsonii is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 20 m. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.

Where to Find Desmodium parkinsonii

Desmodium parkinsonii can be found in the dry regions of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Desmodium parkinsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium parkinsonii?

Desmodium parkinsonii

What is the common name of Desmodium parkinsonii?

Parkinson's Desmodium

What is the natural habitat of Desmodium parkinsonii?

It is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America.

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