Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aequilata
ID:
202123

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 113 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201452

Common Names

  • Aequilata Wattle
  • Aequilata Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia Aequilata

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia aequilata aequilata [unknown]
  • Tephrosia meyeri-johannis Taub. [unknown]
  • Tephrosia aequilata nyasae (Baker f.) Brummitt [unknown]
  • Tephrosia nyasae Baker f. [valid]
  • Tephrosia zombensis Baker [valid]
  • Tephrosia meyeri-johannis Taub. ex Engl. [valid]
  • Cracca aequilata (Baker) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tephrosia aequilata meyeri-johannis (Taub. ex Engl.) Brummitt [unknown]
  • Tephrosia aequilata australis Brummitt [unknown]
  • Tephrosia aequilata gorongosana Brummitt [valid]
  • Tephrosia aequilata mlanjeana Brummitt [valid]
  • Tephrosia aequilata namuliana Brummitt [valid]

Description

Tephrosia aequilata (also called Equal-Leaved Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to eastern Australia and is found in open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia aequilata is used as a ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak. It is also used as a source of firewood and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tephrosia aequilata are small, yellow and fragrant. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia aequilata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and is drought-tolerant once established. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Tephrosia aequilata

Tephrosia aequilata is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Tephrosia aequilata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia aequilata?

Tephrosia aequilata

What is the family of Tephrosia aequilata?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Tephrosia aequilata?

Equal-leaved 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