Tephrosia mysteriosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
DeLaney
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Bot. Explor. (Florida)4: 101 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745819
Common Names
- Tephrosia Mysteriosa
- Mysterious Tephrosia
- Mysterious Tephrosia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrosia mysteriosa (also called Mysterious tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions and is found in dry and open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia mysteriosa is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia mysteriosa has small, white flowers that are clustered together in panicles. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia mysteriosa is a small herbaceous perennial that can be propagated from seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Tephrosia mysteriosa
Tephrosia mysteriosa is native to Madagascar.
Tephrosia mysteriosa FAQ
What type of plant is Tephrosia mysteriosa?
Tephrosia mysteriosa is a flowering plant in the family Fabaceae.
Where is Tephrosia mysteriosa native to?
Tephrosia mysteriosa is native to India.
What is the growth habit of Tephrosia mysteriosa?
Tephrosia mysteriosa is an herbaceous annual that grows in clumps.
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
Kris R. DeLaney: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DeLaney' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77108618-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Tephrosia mysteriosa DeLaney: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.