Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
203192

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L'Hér.) Pers.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl.2: 329 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202521

Common Names

  • Grandiflora Tephrosia
  • Grandiflora Wattle
  • Grandiflora Wattle Tephrosia

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Synonyms

  • Colinil roseum Hitchc. [valid]
  • Apodynomene grandiflora (L'Hér.) E.Mey. [valid]
  • Apodynomene meyeri C.Presl [valid]
  • Galega grandiflora Aiton [unknown]
  • Galega rosea Lam. [valid]
  • Cracca grandiflora (L'Hér.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Galega grandiflora (Aiton) M.Vahl [unknown]
  • Galega grandiflora L'Hér. [unknown]

Description

Tephrosia grandiflora (also called Large-flowered Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an erect, spreading shrub with a single stem and a rounded crown. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It has a grey-green foliage and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia grandiflora is used for its wood, which is used for fuel and construction, and its bark, which is used for tanning leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Tephrosia grandiflora is yellow and globular in shape. The seed is brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia grandiflora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Tephrosia grandiflora

Tephrosia grandiflora is native to Africa and can be found in dry woodlands and scrublands in Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya.

Tephrosia grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia grandiflora?

Tephrosia grandiflora

What are the common names of Tephrosia grandiflora?

Large-flowered Tephrosia, Large-flowered Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia grandiflora?

Tephrosia grandiflora is found in dry sclerophyll forests 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

References

Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
Charles Louis L'Héritier de Brutelle (1746-1800): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L'Hér.' in the authors string.