Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Téllez
Source:
tro
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Iselya2: 106 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273986
Common Names
- Tephrosia carrollii
- Carrollii Tephrosia
- Carrollii Tephrosia Plant
Description
Tephrosia carrollii (also called Carroll's hoarypea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb or subshrub that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia. It is found in open woods, thickets, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia carrollii is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in erosion control projects and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia carrollii has small, white flowers that are followed by small, black berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia carrollii is a perennial plant native to the United States. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. To propagate from seeds, collect them when they are ripe and sow them on a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings from a healthy plant and place them in a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Tephrosia carrollii
Tephrosia carrollii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Tephrosia carrollii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia carrollii?
Tephrosia carrollii
What is the common name of Tephrosia carrollii?
Carroll's Tephrosia
Where is Tephrosia carrollii native to?
South Africa
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