Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venustum
ID:
171065

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steud.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot., ed. 2, 1: 496 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170394

Common Names

  • Handsome Tick-trefoil
  • Handsome Tickclover
  • Handsome Desmodium

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Synonyms

  • Meibomia venusta Kuntze [valid]
  • Meibomia elegans Schindl. [illegitimate]
  • Desmodium elegans Schltdl. [illegitimate]

Description

Desmodium venustum (also called Handsome tick-trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has trifoliate leaves and small pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium venustum is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, skin diseases, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as a source of fodder for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmodium venustum is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium venustum 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 venustum

Desmodium venustum is native to tropical Asia and can be found in moist forests and disturbed areas.

Desmodium venustum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium venustum?

Desmodium venustum

What is the common name of Desmodium venustum?

Venustum desmodium

Where is Desmodium venustum found?

Desmodium venustum is found in Brazil.

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