Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteolata
ID:
202441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guill. & Perr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Seneg. Tent.: 194 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201770

Common Names

  • Bracted Tephrosia
  • Bracted Hoary Pea
  • Bracted Catgut

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Synonyms

  • Cracca bracteolata (Guill. & Perr.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia bracteolata (also called Bracted Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Sonoran Desert of Arizona and Mexico. It typically grows to 6-15 feet tall and has a rounded crown. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry washes, rocky slopes, and desert plains.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia bracteolata is used in the production of honey, as a source of fuelwood, and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tephrosia bracteolata var. bracteolata
Tephrosia bracteolata var. strigulosa Brummitt

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia bracteolata 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 bracteolata is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5m in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Germination usually takes around two weeks.

Where to Find Tephrosia bracteolata

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

Tephrosia bracteolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia bracteolata?

Tephrosia bracteolata

What is the common name of Tephrosia bracteolata?

Bract Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia bracteolata?

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

References

George Samuel Perrottet (1790-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perr.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Antoine Guillemin (1796-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guill.' in the authors string.