Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
astragaloides
ID:
188892

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 208 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188221

Common Names

  • Astragaloides Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia Astragaloides
  • Tephrosia

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia astragaloides astragaloides [unknown]
  • Galega astragaloides R.Br. ex Benth. [invalid]
  • Cracca astragalodes (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia astragaloides (also called Common Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, round leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry sclerophyll forest and heathland in New South Wales and Victoria.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia astragaloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a windbreak and shelter for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia astragaloides has yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia astragaloides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. The plant should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Tephrosia astragaloides

Tephrosia astragaloides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Tephrosia astragaloides FAQ

What is the common name of Tephrosia astragaloides?

Tasmanian Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia astragaloides?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

What are the flower characteristics of Tephrosia astragaloides?

The flowers are yellow and have five petals

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