Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
203356

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guill. & Perr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Seneg. Tent.: 196 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202685

Common Names

  • Humilis Wattle
  • Tephrosia Humilis
  • Humilis Tephrosia

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Synonyms

  • Cracca humilis (Guill. & Perr.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia humilis (also called Humilis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers. It is native to Peru and is found in dry montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia humilis is used for its medicinal properties and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia humilis has small, yellow flowers that form in clusters. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia humilis is a fast-growing shrub that can reach a height of 2–3 m (6.6–9.8 ft). It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Tephrosia humilis

Tephrosia humilis can be found in Africa, particularly in the south-east of the continent.

Tephrosia humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia humilis?

Tephrosia humilis

What is the family of Tephrosia humilis?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Tephrosia humilis?

Low Tephrosia

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

George Samuel Perrottet (1790-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perr.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Antoine Guillemin (1796-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guill.' in the authors string.