Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chisumpae
ID:
202599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brummitt

Source:
ildis

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.35: 465 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201928

Common Names

  • Tephrosia Chisumpae
  • Chisumpa Tephrosia
  • Chisumpa Pea

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Synonyms

  • Caulocarpus gossweileri Baker f. [valid]

Description

Tephrosia chisumpae (also called Chisumpa tephrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub or small tree native to Zimbabwe. It is typically found in open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands, and can reach heights of up to 5 meters. Its leaves are small and linear, and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia chisumpae is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia chisumpae is a small, yellow, ball-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed. The seedling is a small, upright, dark green plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia chisumpae is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in a wide range of soil types, from sandy to clay. It is also tolerant of moderate frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Tephrosia chisumpae

Tephrosia chisumpae is native to Africa and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Tephrosia chisumpae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia chisumpae?

Tephrosia chisumpae

What is the common name of Tephrosia chisumpae?

Chisumpa Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia chisumpae?

Tephrosia chisumpae is native to Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa.

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