Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanocalyx
ID:
203902

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 106 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203231

Common Names

  • Melanocalyx Tephrosia
  • Melanocalyx Tephrosia Wattle
  • Melanocalyx Tephrosia Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia nigrocalyx Baker f. [illegitimate]
  • Cracca melanocalyx (Welw. ex Baker) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia melanocalyx (also called Black-fruited Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 5-7 m tall. It is native to India, and is found in open forests and woodlands. It is also found in disturbed sites, and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia melanocalyx is used as a medicinal plant, as a forage crop, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia melanocalyx has small, white flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia melanocalyx 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 melanocalyx

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

Tephrosia melanocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia melanocalyx?

Tephrosia melanocalyx

What is the common name of Tephrosia melanocalyx?

Tephrosia

What is the family of Tephrosia melanocalyx?

Fabaceae

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.