Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sylvicola
ID:
171056

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
ildis

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot.10: 184 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170385

Common Names

  • Woodland-tick-trefoil
  • Woodland-desmodium
  • Woodland-tick-clover

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Description

Desmodium sylvicola (also called woodland tick clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to India and China. It grows up to 2 feet tall and has trifoliate leaves with white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium sylvicola is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmodium sylvicola is a small, yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium sylvicola 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 sylvicola

Desmodium sylvicola is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Desmodium sylvicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium sylvicola?

Desmodium sylvicola

What is the family of Desmodium sylvicola?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Desmodium sylvicola?

Woodland 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