Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
densiflora
ID:
202789

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
W.J.Hooker, Niger Fl.: 296 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202118

Common Names

  • Denseflower Tephrosia
  • Denseflower Goat's Rue
  • Denseflower Cat's Claw

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Synonyms

  • Cracca densiflora (Hook.f.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia densiflora (also called Dense-flowered Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an erect shrub with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia densiflora 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 densiflora 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 densiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and watered regularly.

Where to Find Tephrosia densiflora

Tephrosia densiflora is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.

Tephrosia densiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia densiflora?

Tephrosia densiflora

What is the common name of Tephrosia densiflora?

Dense-flowered tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia densiflora?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

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