Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obbiadensis
ID:
204167

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Fl. Somala1: 144 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203496

Common Names

  • Tephrosia obbiadensis
  • Obbiadensis Tephrosia
  • African Tephrosia

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Description

Tephrosia obbiadensis (also called Obbiadensis Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that can grow up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia obbiadensis is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of food, and for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tephrosia obbiadensis are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are brown and flat. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia obbiadensis is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Tephrosia obbiadensis

Tephrosia obbiadensis can be found in Ethiopia.

Tephrosia obbiadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia obbiadensis?

Tephrosia obbiadensis

What is the common name of Tephrosia obbiadensis?

Obbiad Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia obbiadensis?

Dry, rocky soils in tropical and subtropical regions

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