Tephrosia collina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
V.S.Sharma
Source:
ildis
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc.60: 755 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205388
Common Names
- Tephrosia
- Collina
- Tephrosia Collina
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- Tephrosia collina collina [unknown]
Description
Tephrosia collina (also called Hill-tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India, Burma, Thailand, and Malaysia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, evergreen forests, and is often found near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia collina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia collina has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with two leaves.
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Tephrosia collina is a small to medium-sized shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.
Where to Find Tephrosia collina
Tephrosia collina is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist deciduous forests and along the banks of streams and rivers.
Tephrosia collina FAQ
What is the common name of Tephrosia collina?
The common name of Tephrosia collina is Hilly Tephrosia.
What are the uses of Tephrosia collina?
The uses of Tephrosia collina include timber, fuelwood, and medicinal purposes.
Where is Tephrosia collina found?
Tephrosia collina is found in India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Malaysia.
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
V.S. Sharma (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.S.Sharma' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Tephrosia collina V.S.Sharma: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.