Tephrosia roxburghiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.R.Drumm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
J.S.Gamble, Fl. Madras: 319 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205407
Common Names
- Tephrosia
- Roxburghiana
- Tephrosia Roxburghiana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrosia roxburghiana (also called Roxburgh'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 roxburghiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia roxburghiana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia roxburghiana 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 roxburghiana
Tephrosia roxburghiana is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Tephrosia roxburghiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia roxburghiana?
Tephrosia roxburghiana
What are the common names of Tephrosia roxburghiana?
Tephrosia, Indian Bitter Pea
What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia roxburghiana?
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
References
James Ramsay Drummond (1851-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Drumm.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Tephrosia roxburghiana J.R.Drumm.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.