Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
196958

Status:
valid

Authors:
Du Puy & Labat

Source:
ildis

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Legum. Madagascar: 402 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196287

Common Names

  • Tephrosia alba
  • Alba Tephrosia
  • Alba False Indigo

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Description

Tephrosia alba (also called white tephrosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, and can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used for timber, fuel, and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia alba has white flowers with four petals, and the seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia alba is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil pH and can withstand drought conditions. It can be propagated from cuttings and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Tephrosia alba

Tephrosia alba is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Peru.

Tephrosia alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia alba?

Tephrosia alba

What is the common name of Tephrosia alba?

Alba Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia alba?

Tephrosia alba is found in tropical and subtropical forests of South America.

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

David J. Du Puy (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Du Puy' in the authors string.
Jean-Noël Labat (1959-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labat' in the authors string.