Basic information Species type: PlantGenus: DesmodiumSpecies: intortumCommon names: pega-pegaBotanical family: Fabaceae Climate information Climate: tropicaltropical highlandsOrigin: MesoamericaHumidity: semi-arid to humid Cultivation information Cultivation: minor global cropForm: herbManagement: fodderAgroforestry services: nitrogenunderstory legumeFodder: pasture