Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
drepanocarpa
ID:
202850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 124 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202179

Common Names

  • Tephrosia drepanocarpa
  • Drepanocarpa Tephrosia
  • Drepanocarpa Hoarypea

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Synonyms

  • Cracca drepanocarpa (Welw. ex Baker) Hiern [valid]

Description

Tephrosia drepanocarpa (also called Drepanocarpa Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to India, and is found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands. Its leaves are pinnate, and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia drepanocarpa is used as a green manure crop, forage crop, and as a soil-improving crop. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a natural insecticide.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tephrosia drepanocarpa are yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia drepanocarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 meters. It is hardy and drought tolerant, and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Tephrosia drepanocarpa

Tephrosia drepanocarpa is found in South Africa.

Tephrosia drepanocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia drepanocarpa?

Tephrosia drepanocarpa

What is the common name of Tephrosia drepanocarpa?

Drepanocarpa

What is the family of Tephrosia drepanocarpa?

Fabaceae

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.