Tephrosia athiensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Legum. Trop. Africa: 186 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201716
Common Names
- Tephrosia athiensis
- Athi Tephrosia
- Athi Tephrosia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrosia athiensis (also called 'Athi Tephrosia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Africa, typically found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia athiensis is used as a source of fuelwood, charcoal, and timber. It is also used in the production of paper pulp and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tephrosia athiensis is a small, yellow, globular head, while its seed is a small, dark brown, flattened and oblong shaped. Its seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia athiensis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained medium. Once established, Tephrosia athiensis is drought-tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Tephrosia athiensis
Tephrosia athiensis is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Tephrosia athiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia athiensis?
Tephrosia athiensis
What is the common name of Tephrosia athiensis?
Athi Tephrosia
What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia athiensis?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
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
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Tephrosia athiensis Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.