Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pulchellum
ID:
186945

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Desv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Linn. Paris4: 324 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186274



Common Names

  • Phyllodium pulchellum
  • Showy Phyllodium
  • Pulchellum Phyllodium


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Synonyms

  • Desmodium pulchellum (L.) Benth. [valid]
  • Dicerma pulchellum (L.) DC. [valid]
  • Hedysarum pulchellum L. [valid]
  • Desmodium pulchellu (L.) Benth. [deprecated]
  • Meibomia pulchella (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Zornia pulchella (L.) Pers. [valid]

Description

Phyllodium pulchellum (also called Showy Leaf-flower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It has a slender stem, with small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllodium pulchellum is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomach ailments, and skin diseases. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phyllodium pulchellum var. glabrius Pedley
Phyllodium pulchellum var. pulchellum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllodium pulchellum has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seed is a flat, brown, oblong bean. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllodium pulchellum is a perennial herb that is native to Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Phyllodium pulchellum

Phyllodium pulchellum is native to Ethiopia, Somalia, and Sudan. It is found in dry woodlands and forests.

Phyllodium pulchellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllodium pulchellum?

Phyllodium pulchellum

What is the common name of Phyllodium pulchellum?

Prettyleaf Phyllodium

Where is Phyllodium pulchellum native to?

Asia

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Nicaise Auguste Desvaux (1784-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desv.' in the authors string.