Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chrysophylla
ID:
164889

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pursh

Source:
ildis

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Fl. Amer. Sept.2: 489 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164218

Common Names

  • Golden Tephrosia
  • Golden Hoarypea
  • Golden Catgut

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia carpenteri (Rydb.) Killip [valid]
  • Tephrosia chrysophylla chapmanni (Vail) B.L.Rob. [valid]
  • Tephrosia prostrata Nutt. [valid]
  • Cracca carpenteri Rydb. [valid]
  • Cracca chapmanii (Vail) Small [valid]
  • Cracca chrysophylla (Pursh) Kuntze [valid]
  • Cracca chrysophylla chapmanni Vail [valid]
  • Galega chrysophylla (Pursh) Steud. [valid]
  • Tephrosia chrysophylla chapmannii (Vail) B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Tephrosia chrysophylla gracilior Alph.Wood [valid]

Description

Tephrosia chrysophylla (also called 'Chrysophylla Tephrosia', among many other common names) is a small shrub, usually reaching a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia chrysophylla is used as a medicinal plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as a source of food for humans.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia chrysophylla is a small, yellow, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, rounded, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia chrysophylla is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once established, the shrub is fairly drought tolerant.

Where to Find Tephrosia chrysophylla

Tephrosia chrysophylla can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Tephrosia chrysophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia chrysophylla?

Tephrosia chrysophylla

What is the common name of Tephrosia chrysophylla?

Golden-leaved Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia chrysophylla?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

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