Tephrosia falciformis - Uses, Benefits & Care
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S.V.Ramaswamy
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Common Names
- Tephrosia falciformis
- Falciformis Tephrosia
- Falciformis Sickle-pod
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Tephrosia falciformis (also called Sickle-leaved Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands. It has long, slender stems and small, yellow flowers with a red center.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia falciformis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tephrosia falciformis is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Tephrosia falciformis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Tephrosia falciformis
Tephrosia falciformis can be found in India, Nepal, and Myanmar.
Tephrosia falciformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia falciformis?
Tephrosia falciformis
What is the common name of Tephrosia falciformis?
Sickle Tephrosia
What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia falciformis?
Grasslands and scrublands
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
S.V. Ramaswamy (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.V.Ramaswamy' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:520555-1: Based on the initial data import