Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
secundiflorum
ID:
1043445

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ortega) Gandhi & Reveal

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron2011-57: 2 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042783

Common Names

  • Dermatophyllum secundiflorum
  • Secundiflora dermatophyllum
  • Dermatophyllum

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Description

Dermatophyllum secundiflorum (also called Texas Dermatophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has small, leathery leaves and produces white flowers in summer. It grows in a variety of habitats including deserts and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Dermatophyllum secundiflorum is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used to control erosion and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dermatophyllum secundiflorum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dermatophyllum secundiflorum is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the southwestern United States. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It is best grown in a sunny location and should be kept dry. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a dry, sterile medium.

Where to Find Dermatophyllum secundiflorum

Dermatophyllum secundiflorum can be found in Arizona, USA.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Kanchi N. Gandhi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gandhi' in the authors string.
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.
Casimiro Gómez Ortega (1741-1818): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ortega' in the authors string.