Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rotundifolium
ID:
171033

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 330 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170362



Common Names

  • Rotundifolium Desmodium
  • Round-Leafed Desmodium
  • Round-Leaf Tick-Trefoil


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Description

Desmodium rotundifolium (also called round-leaf tick clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to India and China. It grows up to 2 feet tall and has trifoliate leaves with white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium rotundifolium is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a green manure crop, and as a soil-stabilizing plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-diarrheal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmodium rotundifolium is a small, yellow, 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 rotundifolium is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken from the stems and leaves and planted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Desmodium rotundifolium

Desmodium rotundifolium is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Desmodium rotundifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium rotundifolium?

Desmodium rotundifolium

What is the family of Desmodium rotundifolium?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Desmodium rotundifolium?

Round-leaved 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

IPNI record: 78561-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001428912
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:78561-2: Based on the initial data import