Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
emeroides
ID:
202944

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss.1: 190 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202273

Common Names

  • Emeroides Tephrosia
  • Emeroides Wattle
  • Emeroides Thorn

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia ustulata Taub. ex Harms [valid]
  • Cracca emerodes (A.Rich.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia emeroides (also called Prickly Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an erect or spreading shrub that can grow up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats such as woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia emeroides is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and tools. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia emeroides has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings that have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia emeroides is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.

Where to Find Tephrosia emeroides

Tephrosia emeroides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Tephrosia emeroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia emeroides?

Tephrosia emeroides

What is the common name of Tephrosia emeroides?

Emeroides

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia emeroides?

Open woodlands and grasslands

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