Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
varioforma
ID:
750881

Status:
valid

Authors:
DeLaney

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Bot. Explor. (Florida)4(Suppl. A): 1 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750214

Common Names

  • Tephrosia varioforma
  • Varioforma Tephrosia
  • Variable Tephrosia

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Description

Tephrosia varioforma (also called Variable Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and is often found in areas with limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia varioforma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia varioforma is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia varioforma is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 4-6 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Tephrosia varioforma

Tephrosia varioforma is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in China, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Tephrosia varioforma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia varioforma?

Tephrosia varioforma

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia varioforma?

It is native to China and Taiwan.

What is the flowering period of Tephrosia varioforma?

It flowers in the summer.

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