Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rydb.) Standl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.11: 161 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164221
Common Names
- Tephrosia conzattii
- Conzatti's Tephrosia
- Tephrosia Conzatti
Synonyms
- Cracca conzattii Rydb. [valid]
Description
Tephrosia conzattii (also called 'Conzattii 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 conzattii is used as a medicinal plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as a green manure crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tephrosia conzattii is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, rounded, green leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia conzattii 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 conzattii
Tephrosia conzattii can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Tephrosia conzattii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia conzattii?
Tephrosia conzattii
What is the common name of Tephrosia conzattii?
Conzatti's Tephrosia
What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia conzattii?
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