Status:
valid
Authors:
Pedley
Source:
ildis
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya1: 39 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187994
Common Names
- Delestang's Tephrosia
- Delestang's Hoary-pea
- Delestang's Cat's-claw
Description
Tephrosia delestangii (also called Delestang's Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It has small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats including grasslands, woodlands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia delestangii is used as a medicinal plant in some areas and is known for its attractive pink flowers. It is also used as a source of food and medicine in some areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia delestangii has yellow flowers with 5 petals. Its seeds are small, brown and round-shaped. Its seedlings have small, round-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia delestangii is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2m. It prefers well-drained soils in a sunny position and is frost tolerant. Propagation is from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer from semi-hardwood cuttings.
Where to Find Tephrosia delestangii
Tephrosia delestangii is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Tephrosia delestangii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia delestangii?
Tephrosia delestangii
What is the common name of Tephrosia delestangii?
Delestang's Tephrosia
Where does Tephrosia delestangii grow?
Tephrosia delestangii is native to Australia and grows in open forest and woodlands.
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