Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
congesta
ID:
193849

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London25: 299 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193178

Common Names

  • Leptodesmia
  • Congesta
  • Leptodesmia Congesta

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Synonyms

  • Nicolsonia congesta Wight [valid]
  • Desmodium congestum (Wight) Benth. [illegitimate]
  • Desmodium lespedezioides Benth. [valid]
  • Desmodium monospermum Baker [valid]
  • Desmodium radiatum Baker [valid]
  • Meibomia monosperma (Baker) Kuntze [valid]
  • Meibomia radiata (Baker) Kuntze [valid]
  • Leptodesmia monosperma (Baker) Schindl. [valid]
  • Leptodesmia radiata (Baker) Schindl. [valid]
  • Desmodium lespedegoides Benth. [unknown]
  • Lepidocoma congesta (Wight) M.R.Almeida [unknown]
  • Leptodesmia lespedezioides (Benth.) Benth. [unknown]

Description

Leptodesmia congesta (also called Congested Leptodesmia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It has a rounded crown and a single trunk, with a gray-brown bark. Its leaves are trifoliate, with small leaflets. It is found in dry deciduous forests, and is often used as a windbreak.

Uses & Benefits

Leptodesmia congesta is used for timber, fuelwood, and as a source of tannins and other chemicals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leptodesmia congesta is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small, round and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptodesmia congesta is a perennial shrub that grows in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can also be propagated by division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Leptodesmia congesta

Leptodesmia congesta is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Leptodesmia congesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptodesmia congesta?

Leptodesmia congesta

What is the family of Leptodesmia congesta?

Fabaceae

Where is Leptodesmia congesta native to?

Australia

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.