Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baueri
ID:
174966

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan.1: 408 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174295

Common Names

  • Tephrosia baueri
  • Bauer's Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia

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Description

Tephrosia baueri (also called Bauer's Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an annual herb that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia baueri is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia baueri has yellow, pea-like flowers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short, thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia baueri is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Tephrosia baueri

Tephrosia baueri is native to India and is found in dry, open forests and grasslands. It can also be found in parts of Pakistan and Nepal.

Tephrosia baueri FAQ

What is the common name of Tephrosia baueri?

Bauer's Tephrosia

What is the natural range of Tephrosia baueri?

Central and South America

What is the growth habit of Tephrosia baueri?

Small to medium-sized perennial herb

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.