Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
415555

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Forssk.) Pers.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl.2: 329 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414887

Common Names

  • Tomentose Tephrosia
  • Tomentose Hoarypea
  • Tomentose Goat-rue

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Synonyms

  • Reineria reflexa Moench [valid]
  • Tephrosia reflexa (Moench) DC. [valid]
  • Galega binata Spreng. ex Steud. [valid]
  • Galega tomentosa (Forssk.) Vahl [valid]
  • Lathyrus tomentosus Forssk. [unknown]

Description

Tephrosia tomentosa (also called Woolly Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has white, yellow, or pink flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates and is found in open forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia tomentosa is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers, and is often used as a ground cover. It is also known to be a natural repellent for certain pests.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia tomentosa is a small, white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia tomentosa is a tropical plant that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Tephrosia tomentosa

Tephrosia tomentosa is native to Africa and can be found in dry, open areas.

Tephrosia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia tomentosa?

Tephrosia tomentosa

What is the family of Tephrosia tomentosa?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Tephrosia tomentosa?

Tomentose tephrosia

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

Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
Peter Forsskål (1732-1763): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forssk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:520968-1: Based on the initial data import