Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dasyphylla
ID:
202669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 118 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201998

Common Names

  • Dasyphylla Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia Dasyphylla

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Synonyms

  • Cracca dasyphylla (Welw. ex Baker) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia dasyphylla (also called Grey Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It has grey-green phyllodes and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forest and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia dasyphylla is used as a medicinal plant, as a source of firewood, and as a fodder for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tephrosia dasyphylla sub. dasyphylla
Tephrosia dasyphylla sub. butayei (De Wild. & T.Durand) Brummitt
Tephrosia dasyphylla sub. youngii (Torre) Brummitt
Tephrosia dasyphylla sub. amplissima Brummitt

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia dasyphylla 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 dasyphylla is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can reach up to 35 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Tephrosia dasyphylla

Tephrosia dasyphylla can be found in Australia, in the state of Western Australia.

Tephrosia dasyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia dasyphylla?

Tephrosia dasyphylla

What is the common name of Tephrosia dasyphylla?

Woolly Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia dasyphylla?

Open woodlands and dry, rocky hillsides

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 Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.