Desmanthus acuminatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminatus
ID:
167376
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)4: 357 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166705
Common Names
- Desmanthus acuminatus
- Slender Wattle
- Slender Wattle Bush
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- Desmanthus virgatus acuminatus (Benth.) Isely [valid]
- Acuan acuminata (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
- Desmanthus depressus acuminatus (Benth.) Burkart [valid]
Description
Desmanthus acuminatus (also called 'Acuminous Desmanthus', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub, usually growing up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is usually found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Desmanthus acuminatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife. It is a source of food for birds and other animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Desmanthus acuminatus has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Desmanthus acuminatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Desmanthus acuminatus
Desmanthus acuminatus can be found in the tropical dry forests of South America.
Desmanthus acuminatus FAQ
What is the common name of Desmanthus acuminatus?
Sharpleaf Desmanthus
What is the scientific name of Sharpleaf Desmanthus?
Desmanthus acuminatus
What is the habitat of Sharpleaf Desmanthus?
It is found in dry, sandy soils in prairies, pastures, and roadsides
Species in the Desmanthus genus
Desmanthus acuminatus, Desmanthus bicornutus, Desmanthus cooleyi, Desmanthus covillei, Desmanthus fruticosus, Desmanthus interior, Desmanthus leptolobus, Desmanthus obtusus, Desmanthus oligospermus, Desmanthus paspalaceus, Desmanthus pumilus, Desmanthus reticulatus, Desmanthus tatuhyensis, Desmanthus velutinus, Desmanthus virgatus, Desmanthus leptophyllus, Desmanthus pernambucanus, Desmanthus illinoensis, Desmanthus hexapetalus, Desmanthus glandulosus, Desmanthus painteri, Desmanthus pubescens, Desmanthus pringlei, Desmanthus illinoensis, Desmanthus leptophyllus, Desmanthus illinoensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Desmanthus acuminatus Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.