Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
203933

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Gillett

Source:
ildis

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.15: 41 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203262

Common Names

  • Tephrosia micrantha
  • Small-flowered Tephrosia
  • Micrantha Tephrosia

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Description

Tephrosia micrantha (also called 'Small-flowered Tephrosia', among many other common names) is an annual herb, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. Its leaves are trifoliate, with 3 leaflets. Its flowers are pink and appear in spring and summer.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia micrantha 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 micrantha 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 micrantha

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

Tephrosia micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia micrantha?

Tephrosia micrantha

What is the family of Tephrosia micrantha?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Tephrosia micrantha?

Small-flowered Tephrosia

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