Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bachmannii
ID:
202409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.26: 286 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201738

Common Names

  • Bachmannii Tephrosia
  • Bachmannii Wattle
  • Bachmannii Thorn

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Description

Tephrosia bachmannii (also called 'Bachmann's 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 bachmannii 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 bachmannii is a small, yellow-cream flower with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedling is a small, pale green plant with thin, delicate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia bachmannii 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 bachmannii

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

Tephrosia bachmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia bachmannii?

Tephrosia bachmannii

What is the common name of Tephrosia bachmannii?

Bachmann's Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia bachmannii?

It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and savannas

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