Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tweedyi
ID:
171061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
ildis

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Trans. New York Acad. Sci.9: 183 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170390



Common Names

  • Tweedy's Tick-trefoil
  • Tweedy's Tickclover
  • Tweedy's Desmodium


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Synonyms

  • Meibomia tweedii (Britton) Vail [valid]

Description

Desmodium tweedyi (also called Tweedy's tick-trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has trifoliate leaves and small pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium tweedyi is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil-stabilizing plant, and as a cover crop to reduce soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmodium tweedyi has small white flowers, with a single seed in each pod. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium tweedyi 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 tweedyi

Desmodium tweedyi is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.

Desmodium tweedyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium tweedyi?

Desmodium tweedyi

What is the family of Desmodium tweedyi?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Desmodium tweedyi?

Tweedy's 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