Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
noctiflora
ID:
204105

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bojer ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 112 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203434

Common Names

  • Tephrosia noctiflora
  • Noctiflora Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia Noctiflora

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia hirta Bojer [invalid]
  • Tephrosia hookeriana amoena Prain [valid]
  • Cracca noctiflora (Bojer ex Baker) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tephrosia subamoena Prain [valid]
  • Tephrosia subamoena J.R.Drumm. & Hemsl. [illegitimate]
  • Tephrosia hookeriana sensu Baker [deprecated]
  • Tephrosia amoena Baker [illegitimate]

Description

Tephrosia noctiflora (also called Night-flowering Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India and Southeast Asia. It has yellow flowers and grows to a height of 3-4 feet. It is found in tropical and subtropical areas, and prefers dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia noctiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, boils, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia noctiflora has small yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender seed pod. The seedlings have a pair of leaves with a pointed tip and a thin stem. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia noctiflora is an annual herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). To propagate from seed, sow in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Tephrosia noctiflora

Tephrosia noctiflora is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests, scrub forests, and wastelands.

Tephrosia noctiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia noctiflora?

Tephrosia noctiflora

What is the common name of Tephrosia noctiflora?

Nocturnal Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia noctiflora?

Dry deciduous forests

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.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.