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Desmanthus (Noun)

Meaning

Genus of American herbs or shrubs with sensitive pinnate leaves and small whitish flowers.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • Desmanthus is a genus of plants in the legume family, native to the Americas, widely cultivated as ornamental and forage crops.
  • Desmanthus plants have compound leaves that are extremely sensitive and will fold up when touched or disturbed.
  • In its natural habitat, desmanthus can be found growing in dry forests, scrublands, and along riverbanks in North and South America.
  • Desmanthus ilinoensis is an example of a species within this genus that has been used in traditional medicine in some parts of the world.
  • The unique characteristic of desmanthus leaves makes them an interesting subject for study in the field of plant physiology.

Synonyms

  • Genus Desmanthus
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