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Dillenius' ticktrefoil
Scientific Name: Desmodium glabellum
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: CT (Dillen's tick-trefoil)
Dillenius' Ticktrefoil (Desmodium glabellum)
Dillenius' Ticktrefoil, also known as tall tick-trefoil, perplexed ticktrefoil, smooth ticktrefoil, or tall tick clover, is a perennial herb and wildflower belonging to the pea family (Fabaceae). It is native to eastern and central North America.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant produces seeds that may be attractive to birds and other wildlife.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Desmodium glabellum (Michx.) DC.
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea family)
- Synonyms:
- Desmodium dillenii Darl.
- Meibomia glabella (Michx.) Kuntze
- Meibomia dillenii (Darlington) Kuntze
- Desmodium paniculatum var. dillenii (Darl.) Isely
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to eastern and central North America.
- Occurs occasionally in the majority of regions (though specific regions were not detailed in the provided text).
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is a perennial herb and wildflower.
- Grows as a forb/herb.
- Not an evergreen.
- The Dillenius ticktrefoil is large in size and 17 m in height.
- In autumn, it assumes a yellow coloring.
Ecological Role
- Attracts birds.
- Seeds are eaten by upland game.
- Used for improvement of wildlife habitat in the Great Lakes region.
Growing Conditions
- Light Requirements: Part-sun, part-shade.
- Water Use: Low.
Resources and Further Information
- USDA-NRCS Rose Lake Plant Materials Center (PMC).
- Discover Life: Biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution information.
- Dave's Garden: A community that shares tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.