Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rechingeri
ID:
206077

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ali

Source:
ildis

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Pakistan J. Bot.3: 41 (1971 publ. 1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205406

Common Names

  • Tephrosia
  • Rechingeri
  • Tephrosia Rechingeri

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Description

Tephrosia rechingeri (also called Rechinger's-tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India, Burma, Thailand, and Malaysia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, evergreen forests, and is often found near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia rechingeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia rechingeri has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia rechingeri is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in summer.

Where to Find Tephrosia rechingeri

Tephrosia rechingeri is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist deciduous forests and along the banks of streams and rivers.

Tephrosia rechingeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia rechingeri?

Tephrosia rechingeri

What are the common names of Tephrosia rechingeri?

Tephrosia, Indian Bitter Pea

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia rechingeri?

Tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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