Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palmeri
ID:
171010

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Nov. Mexic.: 45 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170339

Common Names

  • Palmer's Ticktrefoil
  • Palmer's Desmodium
  • Palmer's Beggarweed

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Synonyms

  • Meibomia palmeri Schindl. [valid]
  • Meibomia palmeri latifolia Schindl. [valid]

Description

Desmodium palmeri (also called Palmer's Desmodium, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to Mexico. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, well-drained soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium palmeri is used as a medicinal herb to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a fodder for livestock and as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmodium palmeri is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium palmeri is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When planting, make sure to space the plants at least 6 inches apart to allow for adequate air circulation. Water the plants regularly and fertilize them with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Desmodium palmeri

Desmodium palmeri is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in open fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Desmodium palmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium palmeri?

Desmodium palmeri

What is the family of Desmodium palmeri?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Desmodium palmeri?

Palmer's tick-trefoil

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