Status:
valid
Authors:
Domin
Source:
ildis
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot.22(89): 194 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187783
Common Names
- Debilis Tephrosia
- Debilis Pea
- Debilis Bush-pea
Description
Tephrosia debilis (also called Weak Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open woodland, heath and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia debilis is used for ornamental purposes, as a windbreak, and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia debilis has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia debilis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is tolerant of drought and frost. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Tephrosia debilis
Tephrosia debilis is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales and Victoria.
Tephrosia debilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia debilis?
Tephrosia debilis
What type of plant is Tephrosia debilis?
Tephrosia debilis is a shrub
Where is Tephrosia debilis native to?
Tephrosia debilis is native to Australia
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