Tephrosia chimanimaniana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brummitt
Source:
ildis
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 41: 365 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201918
Common Names
- Tephrosia Chimanimaniana
- Chimanimani Tephrosia
- Chimanimani Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrosia chimanimaniana (also called Chimanimani tephrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub or small tree native to Zimbabwe. It is typically found in open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands, and can reach heights of up to 5 meters. Its leaves are small and linear, and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia chimanimaniana is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tephrosia chimanimaniana is a small, yellow-cream flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown, flat seed. The seedlings are small, bright green and have a few leaflets.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia chimanimaniana is a small, spreading shrub that grows in dry areas. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Tephrosia chimanimaniana
Tephrosia chimanimaniana is found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.
Tephrosia chimanimaniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia chimanimaniana?
Tephrosia chimanimaniana
What is the common name of Tephrosia chimanimaniana?
Chimanimani Tephrosia
What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia chimanimaniana?
Tephrosia chimanimaniana is native to Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and 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
References
Richard Kenneth Brummitt (1937-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brummitt' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Tephrosia chimanimaniana Brummitt: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.