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(Vail) Isely
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178756
Common Names
- Tephrosia floridana
- Tephrosia
- Floridana
Synonyms
- Cracca floridana Vail [unknown]
Description
Tephrosia floridana (also called Florida Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It has pinnate leaves and white flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in dry open woods, prairies, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia floridana is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia floridana has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia floridana is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it prefers sandy or loamy soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Tephrosia floridana
Tephrosia floridana is native to the southeastern United States, and can be found in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides.
Tephrosia floridana FAQ
What are the common names of Tephrosia floridana?
Floridana, Florida Tephrosia
What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia floridana?
Tephrosia floridana is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
What are the uses of Tephrosia floridana?
Tephrosia floridana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
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