Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arechavaletae
ID:
170928

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burkart

Source:
ildis

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana3: 216 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170257

Common Names

  • Arechavaleta's Ticktrefoil
  • Arechavaleta's Desmodium
  • Arechavaleta Ticktrefoil

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Synonyms

  • Meibomia ramosissima Schindl. [valid]
  • Desmodium asperum lanata Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Desmodium asperum longipetiolata Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Desmodium ramosissimum Arechav. [illegitimate]

Description

Desmodium arechavaletae (also called Arechavaleta's Desmodium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the dry regions of South America and is found in dry scrub, grassland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium arechavaletae is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil improver, and as a source of biomass for fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmodium arechavaletae has small, white flowers that are about 1/2 inch in diameter. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are slender with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium arechavaletae is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune regularly to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Desmodium arechavaletae

Desmodium arechavaletae is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be found in dry habitats, such as in open woodlands and grasslands.

Desmodium arechavaletae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium arechavaletae?

Desmodium arechavaletae

What is the common name of Desmodium arechavaletae?

Arechavaleta's Desmodium

What is the growth habit of Desmodium arechavaletae?

It is an annual herb that grows up to 3 feet tall

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