Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adunca
ID:
164883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Ann. Nat. Hist.3: 432 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164212

Common Names

  • Hook-tip Tephrosia
  • Hook-tip Hoarypea
  • Hook-tip Catgut

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia rufescens Benth. [unknown]
  • Tephrosia adunca adunca [unknown]
  • Cracca adunca Kuntze [valid]
  • Tephrosia penicillata Benth. [valid]
  • Tephrosia adunca paraguayensis Hassl. [valid]
  • Tephrosia adunca grandifolia Hassl. [valid]
  • Tephrosia adunca marginata Hassl. [valid]
  • Tephrosia adunca glabrior Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Tephrosia adunca guaranitica Hassl. [valid]
  • Tephrosia adunca intermedia Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Tephrosia adunca rufescens Hassl. [valid]
  • Tephrosia adunca subglabrata Hassl. [valid]
  • Tephrosia adunca genuina Hassl. [invalid]
  • Tephrosia rufescens paraguayensis Ulbr. [valid]

Description

Tephrosia adunca (also called 'Adunca Tephrosia', among many other common names) is a small shrub, usually reaching a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia adunca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of firewood and for timber. It is also used to make medicines, dyes, and other crafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia adunca is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia adunca is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once established, the shrub is fairly drought tolerant.

Where to Find Tephrosia adunca

Tephrosia adunca is native to Central America and is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Tephrosia adunca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia adunca?

Tephrosia adunca

What is the common name of Tephrosia adunca?

Hooked Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia adunca?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Species in the Tephrosia genus

Tephrosia abbottiae, Tephrosia adunca, Tephrosia angustissima, Tephrosia belizensis, Tephrosia brandegei, Tephrosia cana, Tephrosia chrysophylla, Tephrosia cinerea, Tephrosia clementis, Tephrosia conzattii, Tephrosia cuernavacana, Tephrosia decumbens, Tephrosia diversifolia, Tephrosia egregia, Tephrosia florida, Tephrosia foliolosa, Tephrosia guaranitica, Tephrosia hassleri, Tephrosia hypoleuca, Tephrosia lanata, Tephrosia langlassei, Tephrosia leiocarpa, Tephrosia leucantha, Tephrosia lindheimeri, Tephrosia madrensis, Tephrosia major, Tephrosia marginata, Tephrosia mexicana, Tephrosia multifolia, Tephrosia nicaraguensis, Tephrosia nitens, Tephrosia onobrychoides, Tephrosia pachypoda, Tephrosia palmeri, Tephrosia perriniana, Tephrosia platyphylla, Tephrosia pogonocalyx, Tephrosia potosina, Tephrosia pringlei, Tephrosia quercetorum, Tephrosia rhodantha, Tephrosia rugelii, Tephrosia saxicola, Tephrosia seemannii, Tephrosia simulans, Tephrosia smallii, Tephrosia submontana, Tephrosia tepicana, Tephrosia thurberi, Tephrosia vernicosa,

Species in the Fabaceae family