Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coccinea
ID:
198116

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar.1: 49 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197445

Common Names

  • Tephrosia Coccinea
  • Coccinea Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia Coccinea

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia tinctoria coccinea (Wall.) Baker [valid]

Description

Tephrosia coccinea (also called Scarlet Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to India. It grows in open areas, grasslands, and along roadsides. It has pinnate leaves and bright red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia coccinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for fuel and construction.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tephrosia coccinea var. coccinea
Tephrosia coccinea var. stenophylla Hosok.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia coccinea has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia coccinea is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Tephrosia coccinea

Tephrosia coccinea is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu.

Tephrosia coccinea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia coccinea?

Tephrosia coccinea

What is the common name of Tephrosia coccinea?

Scarlet tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia coccinea?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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