Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shiluwanensis
ID:
204953

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich52: 423 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204282

Common Names

  • Tephrosia shiluwanensis
  • Shiluwan Tephrosia
  • Shiluwan Tephrosia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia medleyi H.M.L.Forbes [valid]
  • Tephrosia spathacea Hutch. & Burtt Davy [valid]
  • Tephrosia wyliei H.M.L.Forbes [valid]

Description

Tephrosia shiluwanensis (also called 'Shiluwan Tephrosia', among many other common names) is a small, annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India, and is found in dry, open, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia shiluwanensis is used as a food source for livestock, as a source of firewood, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia shiluwanensis has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia shiluwanensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Tephrosia shiluwanensis

Tephrosia shiluwanensis is native to India and can be found in the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh.

Tephrosia shiluwanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia shiluwanensis?

Tephrosia shiluwanensis

What is the common name of Tephrosia shiluwanensis?

Shiluwan Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia shiluwanensis?

Dry deciduous forests of 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