Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coriacea
ID:
188300

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 204 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187629

Common Names

  • Tephrosia
  • Coriacea Bush Pea
  • Coral Pea

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Synonyms

  • Cracca coriacea (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia coriacea (also called Leathery Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has a spreading crown and small, bipinnate leaves. Its flowers are small and yellow, and its fruits are small, round, and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia coriacea is used as a source of timber and firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia coriacea is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia coriacea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from the plant and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Tephrosia coriacea

Tephrosia coriacea is found in open woodlands and grasslands in south-eastern Australia, from south-eastern Queensland to Victoria.

Tephrosia coriacea FAQ

What is the common name of Tephrosia coriacea?

Coriaceous Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia coriacea?

Dry forests and savannas

What is the growth habit of Tephrosia coriacea?

It is a small to medium-sized shrub

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