Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurantiaca
ID:
202398

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.28: 402 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201727

Common Names

  • Aurantiaca Tephrosia
  • Aurantiaca Wattle
  • Aurantiaca Thorn

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia aurantiaca rufopilosa Dewit [invalid]

Description

Tephrosia aurantiaca (also called 'Orange Tephrosia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Africa, typically found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia aurantiaca is used as a source of fuelwood, charcoal, and timber. It is also used in the production of paper pulp and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia aurantiaca is a small, yellow, globular head, while its seed is a small, dark brown, flattened and oblong shaped. Its seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia aurantiaca is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Tephrosia aurantiaca

Tephrosia aurantiaca can be found in Australia, including the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.

Tephrosia aurantiaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia aurantiaca?

Tephrosia aurantiaca

What is the common name of Tephrosia aurantiaca?

Orange Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia aurantiaca?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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