Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
185732

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Siebold & Zucc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss.4(2): 121 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185061

Common Names

  • Hairy Bush Clover
  • Japanese Bush Clover
  • Korean Bush Clover

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Synonyms

  • Lespedeza pilosa erecta Hatus. [unknown]
  • Lespedeza pilosa latifolia H.Koidz. [valid]
  • Lespedeza sylvestris Hatus. [unknown]
  • Hedysarum pilosum Thunb. [valid]
  • Desmodium pilosum (Thunb.) DC. [valid]
  • Lespedeza nantcianensis Pamp. [valid]
  • Lespedeza pilosa virginea H.Ohashi [unknown]
  • Lespedeza pilosa pedunculata T.Lee [valid]

Description

Lespedeza pilosa (also called Hairy Bush Clover, among many other common names) is a species of leguminous shrub native to Japan and Korea. It is a small to medium-sized shrub with trifoliate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lespedeza pilosa has many uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a natural dye and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lespedeza pilosa has small, purple flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lespedeza pilosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant will need to be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Lespedeza pilosa

Lespedeza pilosa is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.

Lespedeza pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lespedeza pilosa?

Lespedeza pilosa

What are the common names of Lespedeza pilosa?

Pilose Lespedeza, Pilose Bush Clover

What is the native range of Lespedeza pilosa?

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

Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Philipp Franz von Siebold (1796-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siebold' in the authors string.