Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decora
ID:
202745

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 123 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202074

Common Names

  • Tephrosia decora
  • Decorative Tephrosia
  • Decorative Hoary Pea

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia delicata Baker f. [valid]
  • Tephrosia lateritia Merxm. [valid]
  • Cracca decora (Welw. ex Baker) Hiern [valid]

Description

Tephrosia decora (also called Decorative Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It has a grey-brown bark that is fissured and scaly, and its leaves are simple and alternate. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia decora is used as a soil improver, forage crop, and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a medicinal plant and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia decora is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia decora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Tephrosia decora

Tephrosia decora can be found in Australia.

Tephrosia decora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia decora?

Tephrosia decora

What is the common name of Tephrosia decora?

Showy Tephrosia

What type of soil does Tephrosia decora prefer?

Tephrosia decora prefers well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.