Desmodium caudatum

Physical Characteristics

Desmodium caudatum is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft). It is in flower from July to September, and the seeds ripen from September to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan, Himalayas.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Analgesic Antipyretic Antiseptic Depurative The plant is analgesic, antipyretic, antiseptic and depurative[218]. The root and leaves are used[266].

Known Hazards

None known