Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
davidii
ID:
186784

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat., sér. 2, 5: 246 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186113

Common Names

  • Lespedeza
  • Bush Clover
  • Korean Lespedeza

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Synonyms

  • Lespedeza hupehensis Ricker [valid]
  • Lespedeza merrillii Ricker [valid]

Description

Lespedeza davidii (also called David's Lespedeza, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to East Asia. It grows in dry, rocky areas and has small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It produces small, round pods that contain edible seeds.

Uses & Benefits

Lespedeza davidii is used for erosion control and as a windbreak. It is also used for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lespedeza davidii has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lespedeza davidii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn. It is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors in spring. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Lespedeza davidii

Lespedeza davidii is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Gansu, Hubei, Shaanxi, and Sichuan.

Lespedeza davidii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lespedeza davidii?

Lespedeza davidii

What is the common name of Lespedeza davidii?

David's Lespedeza

What are the uses of Lespedeza davidii?

Lespedeza davidii is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Species in the Lespedeza genus

Lespedeza capitata, Lespedeza leptostachya, Lespedeza texana, Lespedeza virginica, Lespedeza stuevei, Lespedeza angustifolia, Lespedeza hirta, Lespedeza procumbens, Lespedeza repens, Lespedeza stuevei, Lespedeza violacea, Lespedeza simulata, Lespedeza bicolor, Lespedeza cyrtobotrya, Lespedeza thunbergii, Lespedeza homoloba, Lespedeza pilosa, Lespedeza buergeri, Lespedeza tomentosa, Lespedeza cuneata, Lespedeza davidii, Lespedeza juncea, Lespedeza chinensis, Lespedeza davurica, Lespedeza maximowiczii, Lespedeza melanantha, Lespedeza hirta, Lespedeza virgata, Lespedeza macrovirgata, Lespedeza cyrtobuergeri, Lespedeza intermixta, Lespedeza kagoshimensis, Lespedeza neglecta, Lespedeza fordii, Lespedeza dunnii, Lespedeza fasciculiflora, Lespedeza forrestii, Lespedeza floribunda, Lespedeza daurica, Lespedeza caraganae, Lespedeza inschanica, Lespedeza elegans, Lespedeza bicolor, Lespedeza gerardiana, Lespedeza speciosa, Lespedeza hisauchii, Lespedeza intermixta, Lespedeza maritima, Lespedeza macrovirgata, Lespedeza miquelii,

Species in the Fabaceae family