Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perplexum
ID:
171012

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.G.Schub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Rhodora52: 154 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170341



Common Names

  • Perplexed Ticktrefoil
  • Perplexed Desmodium
  • Perplexed Beggarweed


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Synonyms

  • Desmodium dillenii Darl. [valid]
  • Desmodium boottii Torr. [valid]
  • Desmodium paniculatum dillenii (Darl.) Isely [valid]
  • Hedysarum boottii Torr. [unknown]
  • Meibomia boottii Schindl. [valid]
  • Meibomia dillenii Kuntze [valid]
  • Pleurolobus dillenii MacMill. [valid]

Description

Desmodium perplexum (also called Perplexing 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 perplexum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a green manure crop, and as a soil-improving crop. It is also used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmodium perplexum is a small, white, 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 perplexum is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When planting, make sure to space the plants at least 6 inches apart to allow for adequate air circulation. Water the plants regularly and fertilize them with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Desmodium perplexum

Desmodium perplexum is native to North America and can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas and Oklahoma.

Desmodium perplexum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium perplexum?

Desmodium perplexum

What is the family of Desmodium perplexum?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Desmodium perplexum?

Perplexing 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