What is another word for desmanthus?
Pronunciation: [dɪsmˈanθəs] (IPA) 
Desmanthus is a genus of perennial herbaceous plants that belong to the Fabaceae family. These plants are also known by several other common names, including bundleflower, prickleweed, and prickle-leaf. Each of these synonyms refers to different features of the plant. For example, bundleflower indicates the shape of the plant's blossoms, while prickleweed highlights the prickly texture of the leaves and stems. In some regions, desmanthus is called prairie mimosa because its branches are often used to create a beverage that tastes similar to a mimosa cocktail. Regardless of the name used, desmanthus plants are valued for their medicinal properties in traditional medicine and have been used to treat a range of ailments.
