Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tanganicensis
ID:
186536

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot., sér. 5, 1: 262 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185865

Common Names

  • Tanganicensis Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia Tanganicensis
  • Tropical Tephrosia

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Description

Tephrosia tanganicensis (also called Tanganyika Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia tanganicensis is a leguminous plant that is used as a cover crop and green manure. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia tanganicensis has small white flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is small and round with a brown color. The seedling is thin and upright with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia tanganicensis is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division of existing plants can also be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Tephrosia tanganicensis

Tephrosia tanganicensis can be found in tropical Africa.

Tephrosia tanganicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia tanganicensis?

Tephrosia tanganicensis

What is the common name of Tephrosia tanganicensis?

Tanganyika Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia tanganicensis?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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