Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malvina
ID:
203852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brummitt

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 41: 256 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203181

Common Names

  • Malvina Tephrosia
  • Malvina Tephrosia Wattle
  • Malvina Tephrosia Acacia

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Description

Tephrosia malvina (also called Malvina Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia malvina is used as a source of firewood and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia malvina has yellow, fluffy flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia malvina is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in a variety of soils. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Tephrosia malvina

Tephrosia malvina is native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Tephrosia malvina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia malvina?

Tephrosia malvina

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia malvina?

Deserts and arid regions

What is the average height of Tephrosia malvina?

2-4 m

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