Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curvata
ID:
202651

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot., sér. 4, 1: 190 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201980

Common Names

  • Curved Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia Curvata

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia wittei Baker f. [valid]
  • Tephrosia lessertioides Baker f. [valid]

Description

Tephrosia curvata (also called Cat's Claw, among many other common names) is an erect, branched, annual herb. It is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, and is found in dry, deciduous forests, scrub, and grassland. It grows up to 1 meter tall.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia curvata is used for fuel, fodder, and timber. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia curvata is a yellow-cream globular head. The seed is a brown-black, flattened, oblong-elliptic shape. The seedlings are slender, with a few hairs on the stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia curvata is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of healthy branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Tephrosia curvata should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Tephrosia curvata

Tephrosia curvata can be found in Australia, in the state of Western Australia.

Tephrosia curvata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia curvata?

Tephrosia curvata

What is the common name of Tephrosia curvata?

Curved Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia curvata?

Dry, open woodlands and grasslands

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