Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amorphifolia
ID:
415405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth & C.D.Bouché

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 3, 7: 189 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414737

Common Names

  • Tephrosia amorphifolia
  • Amorphifolia Hoarypea
  • Hoarypea

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Description

Tephrosia amorphifolia (also called 'Amorphous Tephrosia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb which is native to South Africa. It grows in grasslands and savannas, and has narrow, linear leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia amorphifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia amorphifolia is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Tephrosia amorphifolia is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Tephrosia amorphifolia are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia amorphifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the root clumps. It prefers partial shade and moist soil. It can be grown in containers, or in the ground. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach its full size in a few years.

Where to Find Tephrosia amorphifolia

Tephrosia amorphifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of South America, Africa, and Asia.

Tephrosia amorphifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia amorphifolia?

Tephrosia amorphifolia

What is the common name of Tephrosia amorphifolia?

Amorphous Tephrosia

What is the family of Tephrosia amorphifolia?

Fabaceae

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

References

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Carl David Bouché (1809-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Bouché' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:520378-1: Based on the initial data import