Beggarweed (Desmodium Tortuosum) is a annual or perennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Desmodium tortuosum is a leguminous plant native to Latin America, commonly used as forage and cover crop in tropical and subtropical regions.
Beggarweed
Desmodium Tortuosum
Desmodium tortuosum is a leguminous plant native to Latin America, commonly used as forage and cover crop in tropical and subtropical regions.
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