Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
186543

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C5: 69 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185872

Common Names

  • Oblong Tephrosia
  • Oblong False Indigo
  • Oblong Pea

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Description

Tephrosia obovata (also called Obovate Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia and Australia. It typically grows in open woodlands and grasslands, and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia obovata is a leguminous plant that is used as a cover crop and green manure. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia obovata has small yellow flowers with five petals and a dark centre. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, obovate leaves with a rounded tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia obovata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Tephrosia obovata

Tephrosia obovata can be found in dry woods and thickets in the eastern United States.

Tephrosia obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia obovata?

Tephrosia obovata

What is the common name of Tephrosia obovata?

Oval-leaved Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia obovata?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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