Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrostachya
ID:
188380

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Domin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot.22(89): 194 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187709

Common Names

  • Tephrosia macrostachya
  • Tephrosia macrostachya
  • Tephrosia macrostachya

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia astragaloides macrostachya Benth. [valid]

Description

Tephrosia macrostachya (also called Long-spike Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an erect, annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to tropical Africa, found in open woodlands and grasslands. Its leaves are pinnately compound, with 3-7 leaflets. The flowers are white and fragrant, and the fruits are small, black and hairy.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia macrostachya is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia macrostachya is a small white or yellow flower with five petals. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia macrostachya is a shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Tephrosia macrostachya

Tephrosia macrostachya is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in countries such as New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.

Tephrosia macrostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia macrostachya?

Tephrosia macrostachya

What is the common name of Tephrosia macrostachya?

Large-spiked tephrosia

Where is Tephrosia macrostachya found?

Tephrosia macrostachya is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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 Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.