Tephrosia lebrunii - Uses, Benefits & Care
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Authors:
Cronquist
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202919
Common Names
- Lebrun's Tephrosia
- Lebrun's Pea
- Lebrun's Legume
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrosia lebrunii (also called Lebrun's Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an erect, spreading shrub that typically grows to a height of up to 2 m (6 ft). It has an open crown and its bark is grey-brown and rough. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, grasslands and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia lebrunii is used for its wood, which is used for furniture, firewood, and construction. Its bark has been used for tanning leather, and its gum has been used for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white, pea-like flowers. Seed: Seed pods are cylindrical, up to 4 cm long, and contain several seeds. Seedlings: Young seedlings have a single pair of compound leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia lebrunii is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant species that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It is also possible to propagate it from seed, although this is not as reliable as other methods.
Where to Find Tephrosia lebrunii
Tephrosia lebrunii can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.
Tephrosia lebrunii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia lebrunii?
Tephrosia lebrunii
What is the common name of Tephrosia lebrunii?
Lebrun's Tephrosia
Where is Tephrosia lebrunii native to?
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
References
Arthur Cronquist (1919-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cronquist' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:520684-1: Based on the initial data import