Hoary Tick-Trefoil (Desmodium canescens)

Family: Pea Family (Fabaceae)

Other Names: Hoary Tick-Clover

Origin: Native

Historic First Bloom Seen: August 17*

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Interesting Facts: There are many Tick-Trefoil species in the Cincinnati area and within the preserve. This legume prefers the dry soil of the meadow habitat. The seeds of this, and most other Tick-Trefoil species are covered with Velcro-like hairs that are adapted to stick to animal fur and human clothing to ensure a broad area of seed dispersal.

*Average bloom time is based on a compilation of wildflower bloom times from 1975 to present.