Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lasiochlaena
ID:
415733

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cowie

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia15: 166 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000415065

Common Names

  • Lasiochlaena Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia Lasiochlaena
  • Tephrosia Lasiochlaena

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Description

Tephrosia lasiochlaena (also called Lasiochlaena Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It typically grows in dry, open areas, and has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow, star-shaped flowers. Its fruits are small and dark brown.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia lasiochlaena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make paper and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia lasiochlaena is a white to pinkish-purple color. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia lasiochlaena is a fast-growing, annual shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Tephrosia lasiochlaena

Tephrosia lasiochlaena is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Tephrosia lasiochlaena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia lasiochlaena?

Tephrosia lasiochlaena

What type of plant is Tephrosia lasiochlaena?

Herbaceous annual

What is the growth habit of Tephrosia lasiochlaena?

Erect

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