Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
belizensis
ID:
164885

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
ildis

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club64: 550 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164214

Common Names

  • Belize Tephrosia
  • Belize Hoarypea
  • Belize Catgut

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia chrysophylla M.Martens & Galeotti [illegitimate]

Description

Tephrosia belizensis (also called 'Belizensis 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 belizensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia belizensis 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 belizensis 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 belizensis

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

Tephrosia belizensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia belizensis?

Tephrosia belizensis

What is the common name of Tephrosia belizensis?

Belize Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia belizensis?

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