Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simulata
ID:
176648

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mack. & Bush

Source:
ildis

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Trans. Acad. Sci. St. Louis12: 18 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175977

Common Names

  • Bush Clover
  • Roundhead Lespedeza
  • Simulated Lespedeza

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Description

Lespedeza simulata (also called False Bush Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Asia. It has small, white flowers and a small, round seedpod. It grows in open, sunny areas and is often found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Lespedeza simulata is used for erosion control, as a cover crop, and as a forage crop for livestock. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lespedeza simulata has yellow flowers and its seeds are brown and flat. Its seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lespedeza simulata is a perennial plant native to North America. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the soil with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Lespedeza simulata

Lespedeza simulata can be found in dry open grasslands, savannas, and scrublands in the southeastern United States.

Lespedeza simulata FAQ

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What is the habitat of Lespedeza simulata?

Lespedeza simulata is found in dry, open, grassy areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

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

Benjamin Franklin Bush (1858-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bush' in the authors string.
Kenneth Kent Mackenzie (1877-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mack.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:138673-2: Based on the initial data import