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largebract ticktrefoil

Scientific Name: Desmodium cuspidatum var. longifolium

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Largebract Ticktrefoil (Desmodium cuspidatum)

The Largebract Ticktrefoil, scientifically known as Desmodium cuspidatum, is a perennial forb/herb belonging to the Pea family.

Considerations for Children

  • One source indicates that the Largebract Ticktrefoil is considered "Not Safe" for children. Please consult a medical professional for more information.

Considerations for Pets

  • One source indicates that the Largebract Ticktrefoil is considered "Not Safe" for dogs. Please consult a veterinary professional for more information.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • Scientific Name: Desmodium cuspidatum (Muhl. ex Willd.) DC. ex D. Don
  • Family: Fabaceae (Pea family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: The text also mentions these authorities when referencing the species: Muhlenberg ex Willdenow, A.P. de Candolle ex Loudon
  • Subspecies: The text mentions Desmodium cuspidatum var. cuspidatum and Desmodium cuspidatum var. longifolium (Torr. & A. Gray) B.G. Schub.
  • Alternative Scientific Name: Desmodium cuspidatum (Muhl. ex Willd.) DC. ex Loud.

Common Names

  • Largebract Ticktrefoil
  • Toothed Tick Trefoil
  • Longleaf Tick-clover
  • Large-bract Tick-trefoil

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Largebract Ticktrefoil is found in various locations, including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Vermont, and possibly other parts of the United States.
  • It is considered a native plant of North America.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The Largebract Ticktrefoil is described as a forb/herb, which means it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
  • It is a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.

Ecology and Interactions

  • One source mentions insect visitors of Illinois Wildflowers.

Additional Information

  • The text mentions real gardeners supply plant and planting care instructions.
  • The Friesner Herbarium Digital Collection at Butler University contains specimens of Largebract Ticktrefoil.

Resources

  • Dave's Garden
  • Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
  • uBio
  • Discover Life
  • Garden Guides
  • USDA
  • portail-jardin.com
  • New Hampshire Garden Solutions