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zarzabacoa comun
Scientific Name: Desmodium incanum var. angustifolium
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Desmodium incanum
Desmodium incanum is a plant with several common names, including Zarzabacoa Comun, tickclover, kaimi-clover, Spanish Clover, Wild Peanut, pega pega, Trefle Petit, Strongbark, Strong Back, and Pti Tref. It is also known as Creeping Beggarweed.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Desmodium incanum DC.
- Family: Fabaceae
- Synonym: Desmodium canum (J. F. Gmel.) Schinz & Thell
- Subordinate Taxa: Desmodium incanum DC. var. incanum
Distribution and Habitat
Desmodium incanum is found in various locations, including the Virgin Islands National Park, Hawaii (Keopuka, Maui), Paraty, Brazil, Florida, and Georgia. It is considered non-native in some regions.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Grown habit: Subshrub, Forb/herb
- Duration: Perennial
- Foliage: Green
- Flowers: Purple
- Growth Activity: Grows actively in spring
Ecological Role
In some areas, Desmodium incanum is a common component of pastures.
Quirky Facts
- This plant isn't afraid of cold weather and can be grown in the garden throughout the whole year.
Further Information
Specimen details are available in the USF Herbarium Specimen. Additional information can be found on Dave's Garden and Garden Guides.