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threeflower ticktrefoil

Scientific Name: Desmodium triflorum

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Threeflower Ticktrefoil (Desmodium triflorum)

Threeflower Ticktrefoil, scientifically known as Desmodium triflorum, is a pantropical herb recognized for its mat-forming growth habit. It's a dicot in the Fabaceae (Leguminosae) family.

Synonyms and Common Names:

  • Scientific Synonyms: Meibomia triflora (L.) Kuntze, Sagotia triflora (L.) Duchass. &amp Walp., Hedysarum triflorum L.
  • Common Names: Threeflower Ticktrefoil, Creeping Tick Trefoil, Three-flower Beggarweed, Tick Clover, Amor-do-campo (Portuguese), Hierba cuartillo (Spanish), Daun mules, Jukut jarem, Delilan (Indonesian), Creeping Tick-trifoil.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature:

  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Family: Fabaceae (Leguminosae)
  • Order: Fabales
  • Class: Magnoliopsida

Distribution and Habitat:

This plant is considered a pantropical species, meaning it is found throughout the tropics. It has naturalized in areas like Florida. It is also mentioned as being found in Hawaii, India, Alabama, and other locations.

Ecological Role:

Desmodium triflorum is sometimes considered a weed. The text mentions it is not native to some regions and can be found growing along roadsides.

Morphological Characteristics:

  • It's described as a prostrate, annual or perennial herb that forms large mats.
  • The flowers are small, about 5mm across, and the leaves are 5-10mm.
  • It is a forb/herb, a non-woody plant that is not a grass.

Considerations for Pets:

  • The plant forms mats which can be tempting for pets to rest on.

Considerations for Children:

  • The plant forms mats which can be tempting for children to play on.

Quirky Facts:

  • In India, Desmodium triflorum is traditionally boiled and mixed with dry fish for consumption.

Further Information:

More information about Desmodium triflorum can be found at:

  • Dave's Garden: a community sharing tips and ideas for gardens.
  • USF Herbarium: View specimen details.
  • USDA PLANTS Database: http://plants.usda.gov/java/profile?symbol=DETR4
  • Wikimedia Commons: Contains images of the plant.
  • portal-jardin.com: Plant database with information.