Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cardiophylla
ID:
1427993

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Butcher

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia31: 47 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444158

Common Names

  • Tephrosia cardiophylla
  • Cardiophylla Tephrosia
  • Cardiophylla Tephrosia Plant

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Description

Tephrosia cardiophylla (also called Heart-leaved Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 0.2-0.5 m. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia cardiophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tephrosia cardiophylla are small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia cardiophylla is an annual plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in early spring in a well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist until the seedlings emerge.

Where to Find Tephrosia cardiophylla

Tephrosia cardiophylla can be found in Mexico.

Tephrosia cardiophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia cardiophylla?

Tephrosia cardiophylla

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia cardiophylla?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands

What are the characteristics of Tephrosia cardiophylla?

It is an annual herb, up to 40 cm tall, with a slender stem and small yellow flowers

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

Ryonen Butcher (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Butcher' in the authors string.