Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lupinifolia
ID:
203744

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 255 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203073

Common Names

  • Tephrosia lupinifolia
  • Lupin-leaf Tephrosia
  • Lupin-leaf Hoarypea

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia laevigata Welw. ex Baker [valid]
  • Lupinophyllum lupinifolium (DC.) Hutch. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia cienkowskii Schweinf. [valid]
  • Galega lupinifolia Burch. ex DC. [invalid]
  • Tephrosia digitata DC. [valid]
  • Cracca laevigata (Welw. ex Baker) Kuntze [valid]
  • Cracca lupinifolia (DC.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tephrosia lupinifolia digitata (DC.) Baker [unknown]

Description

Tephrosia lupinifolia (also called Lupin-leaved Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States, Mexico, and Central America. It grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall and has pink flowers. It is found in dry, sandy areas, often in association with grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia lupinifolia is used for its timber, which is used for making furniture and for firewood. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower heads of Tephrosia lupinifolia are globular, yellow and have a diameter of about 3 mm. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1.5 mm. Seedlings: The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia lupinifolia can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a rooting medium and kept moist until they root. Tephrosia lupinifolia prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tephrosia lupinifolia

Tephrosia lupinifolia is native to Queensland, Australia.

Tephrosia lupinifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia lupinifolia?

Tephrosia lupinifolia

What is the common name of Tephrosia lupinifolia?

Lupin-leaved Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia lupinifolia?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

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