Tephrosia flava - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.24: 513 (2006 publ. 2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508026
Common Names
- Tephrosia flava
- Flava Tephrosia
- Yellow Tephrosia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrosia flava (also called Yellow Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It is a small herb with narrow, green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia flava is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tephrosia flava is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with light green leaves.
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Tephrosia flava can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in well-draining soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frosts.
Where to Find Tephrosia flava
Tephrosia flava is native to Australia and can be found in the temperate grasslands and shrublands.
Tephrosia flava FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia flava?
Tephrosia flava
What is the common name of Tephrosia flava?
Yellow Tephrosia
What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia flava?
Tephrosia flava is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
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
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77078099-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Tephrosia flava Thulin: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.