Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
michelianum
ID:
180508

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schindl.) B.G.Schub. & McVaugh

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl. Novo-Galiciana5: 474 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179837

Common Names

  • Michelianum Desmodium
  • Desmodium Michelianum
  • Michelianum Desmodium

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Synonyms

  • Meibomia micheliana Schindl. [valid]
  • Meibomia michelii S.F.Blake [illegitimate]
  • Desmodium madrense Micheli [illegitimate]

Description

Desmodium michelianum (also called Michel's tick-trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has trifoliate leaves and small pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium michelianum has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, as a source of fiber for paper production, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmodium michelianum has small, white or yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a flat, brown, kidney-shaped pod. The seedlings have two cotyledons, a pair of small, oval leaves, and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium michelianum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in temperatures between 15-25°C.

Where to Find Desmodium michelianum

Desmodium michelianum is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Desmodium michelianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium michelianum?

Desmodium michelianum

What is the common name of Desmodium michelianum?

Michel's tick-trefoil

Where can Desmodium michelianum be found?

Desmodium michelianum can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean

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

References

Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.
Bernice Giduz Schubert (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Schub.' in the authors string.
Anton Karl Schindler (1879-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schindl.' in the authors string.