Desmodium alamanii

Desmodium alamanii

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southwest

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Desmodium
Species:
Desmodium alamanii

Growth Characteristics

Height:
150 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
butterflies, bees

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Notes:
Seeds have hard seed coats; scarification (e.g., nicking or hot water treatment) is recommended to improve germination.

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