Tephrosia arenicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maconochie
Source:
ildis
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard.2: 325 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188604
Common Names
- Tephrosia arenicola
- Arenicola Tephrosia
- Sand Tephrosia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrosia arenicola (also called Arenicola tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia arenicola is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia arenicola has small yellow flowers. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia arenicola can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have established roots.
Where to Find Tephrosia arenicola
Tephrosia arenicola is native to Western Australia. It can be found in open woodlands and along creek beds.
Tephrosia arenicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia arenicola?
Tephrosia arenicola
What type of plant is Tephrosia arenicola?
It is an annual herb
Where is Tephrosia arenicola found?
It is found in Australia
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
John Maconochie (1941-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maconochie' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Tephrosia arenicola Maconochie: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.