Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordata
ID:
202620

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch. & Burtt Davy

Source:
ildis

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
J.Burtt Davy, Man. Pl. Transvaal2: 377 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201949

Common Names

  • Tephrosia Cordata
  • Heart-Leaf Tephrosia
  • Heart-Leaf Pea

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Description

Tephrosia cordata (also called Cat's Claw, among many other common names) is an erect, branched, annual herb. It is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, and is found in dry, deciduous forests, scrub, and grassland. It grows up to 1 meter tall.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia cordata is used for fuel, fodder, and timber. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia cordata is a yellow-cream globular head. The seed is a brown-black, flattened, oblong-elliptic shape. The seedlings are slender, with a few hairs on the stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia cordata 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 cordata

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

Tephrosia cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia cordata?

Tephrosia cordata

What is the common name of Tephrosia cordata?

Heart-Leaved Hoary Pea

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia cordata?

Dry grasslands, scrub, and open 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

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Joseph Burtt Davy (1870-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burtt Davy' in the authors string.