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Desmodiumadscendens

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Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Desmodium (des-MOH-dee-um)
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Species
adscendens (ad-SEN-denz)
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Synonym
Desmodium glaucescens
Desmodium thwaitesii
Desmodium trifoliastrum
Hedysarum adscendens
Meibomia adscendens
Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Partial to Full Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
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Bloom Color
Lavender
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
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Category
Herbs
Perennials
Vines and Climbers
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Propagation Methods
From herbaceous stem cuttings
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
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This is a plant that occurs naturally in rainforests throughout the world and is used medicinally in various forms and for various ailments.

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