Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctata
ID:
204491

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Gillett

Source:
ildis

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.13: 126 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203820

Common Names

  • Tephrosia
  • Punctata
  • Hoary Pea

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Description

Tephrosia punctata (also called Spotted Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.6 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in open grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia punctata is used as a medicinal plant and as a forage crop.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tephrosia punctata sub. punctata
Tephrosia punctata sub. redheadii Brummitt

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia punctata has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by short, thin, brown seed pods. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two opposite pairs of leaflets, which are dark green in colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia punctata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from 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 plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tephrosia punctata

Tephrosia punctata can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Tephrosia punctata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia punctata?

Tephrosia punctata

What is the common name of Tephrosia punctata?

Punctata Tephrosia

Where is Tephrosia punctata native to?

India

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