Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
182887

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Walter) Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer.1: 296 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182216

Common Names

  • Tephrosia Spicata
  • Spicata
  • Spicata Tephrosia

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Synonyms

  • Galega villosa Michx. [illegitimate]
  • Tephrosia hispida DC. [valid]
  • Tephrosia mollissima Bertol. [valid]
  • Tephrosia paucifolia Nutt. [valid]
  • Cracca flexuosa A.Heller [unknown]
  • Cracca spicata (Walter) Kuntze [valid]
  • Cracca spicata flexuosa Vail [valid]
  • Tephrosia spicata semitonsa Fernald [valid]
  • Tephrosia villosa flexuosa Robinson [unknown]
  • Galega spicata Walter [valid]
  • Galega paucifolia M.A.Curtis [valid]
  • Crafordia bracteata Raf. [valid]
  • Tephrosia villosa flexuosa B.L.Rob. [valid]
  • Tephrosia spicata spicata [unknown]

Description

Tephrosia spicata (also called Spiked Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to India. It has yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia spicata is used as a forage crop, as a soil-improving plant, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia spicata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia spicata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Tephrosia spicata

Tephrosia spicata can be found in tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka.

Tephrosia spicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia spicata?

Tephrosia spicata

What are the common names of Tephrosia spicata?

Spicate Tephrosia, Spicate Tephrosia Tree

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia spicata?

Tephrosia spicata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.