Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptostachya
ID:
165120

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engelm. ex A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts12: 57 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164449

Common Names

  • Large-Headed Lespedeza
  • Prairie Lespedeza
  • Slender Lespedeza

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Synonyms

  • Despeleza leptostachya Nieuwl. [valid]

Description

Lespedeza leptostachya (also called Long-spike Bush Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to eastern North America. It has a short stem, with a few branches, and its leaves are pinnate. It grows in grasslands, meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lespedeza leptostachya is used as a cover crop, for erosion control, and as a nitrogen-fixing plant. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lespedeza leptostachya is a small, white pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have two leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lespedeza leptostachya is an annual or perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Lespedeza leptostachya

Lespedeza leptostachya is native to the eastern United States and can be found in dry, open woods, fields, and along roadsides.

Lespedeza leptostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lespedeza leptostachya?

Lespedeza leptostachya

What is the common name of Lespedeza leptostachya?

Slender-spiked Bush Clover

Where is Lespedeza leptostachya native to?

Eastern North America

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

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.