Tephrosia coccinea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar.1: 49 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197445
Common Names
- Tephrosia Coccinea
- Coccinea Tephrosia
- Tephrosia Coccinea
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- Tephrosia tinctoria coccinea (Wall.) Baker [valid]
Description
Tephrosia coccinea (also called Scarlet Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to India. It grows in open areas, grasslands, and along roadsides. It has pinnate leaves and bright red flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia coccinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for fuel and construction.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tephrosia coccinea var. coccineaTephrosia coccinea var. stenophylla Hosok.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia coccinea has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia coccinea is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Tephrosia coccinea
Tephrosia coccinea is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu.
Tephrosia coccinea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia coccinea?
Tephrosia coccinea
What is the common name of Tephrosia coccinea?
Scarlet tephrosia
What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia coccinea?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:520466-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Tephrosia coccinea Wall.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.