Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filiflora
ID:
202992

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Fl. Somala1: 143 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202321

Common Names

  • Filiflora Wattle
  • Filiflora Acacia
  • Filiflora Acacia Wattle

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Description

Tephrosia filiflora (also called 'Thread-flowered Tephrosia', among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub with a woody base, growing up to 1.5 m high. It is native to Australia, found in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, grasslands, and dry sclerophyll forests. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, oblong leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia filiflora 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

The flower of Tephrosia filiflora is a small, yellow flower with a dark center. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedling is a small, green plant with small, rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia filiflora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny position.

Where to Find Tephrosia filiflora

Tephrosia filiflora can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in the Great Southern and South West regions.

Tephrosia filiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia filiflora?

Tephrosia filiflora

What is the common name of Tephrosia filiflora?

Thread-flowered Tephrosia

What is the native range of Tephrosia filiflora?

Eastern Australia

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