Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fertilis
ID:
1324808

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.T.Queiroz & A.M.G.Azevedo

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa131: 42 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337262


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Description

Tephrosia fertilis (also called 'Fertile Tephrosia', among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and South America, and is commonly found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia fertilis is a popular ornamental plant, used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia fertilis has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia fertilis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Tephrosia fertilis

Tephrosia fertilis is native to India. It can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Tephrosia fertilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia fertilis?

Tephrosia fertilis

What is the common name of Tephrosia fertilis?

Fertile Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia fertilis?

Tropical rainforests

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

Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Rubens Teixeira De Queiroz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.T.Queiroz' in the authors string.