Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subulata
ID:
205079

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch. & Burtt Davy

Source:
ildis

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
J.Burtt Davy, Man. Pl. Transvaal2: 377 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204408

Common Names

  • Tephrosia subulata
  • Tephrosia
  • Subulata

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Description

Tephrosia subulata (also called Awl-leaved tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sandy and rocky soils, in grasslands, and in disturbed sites. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and its flowers are yellow and pea-shaped.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia subulata is used as a green manure crop and as a fodder crop for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia subulata has yellow flowers with a sweet smell. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like pod with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia subulata is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tephrosia subulata

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

Tephrosia subulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia subulata?

Tephrosia subulata

What is the common name of Tephrosia subulata?

Subulate Tephrosia

What is the family of Tephrosia subulata?

Fabaceae

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

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Joseph Burtt Davy (1870-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burtt Davy' in the authors string.