Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griseola
ID:
203202

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.M.L.Forbes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bothalia4: 974 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202531

Common Names

  • Griseola Tephrosia
  • Griseola Wattle
  • Griseola Wattle Tephrosia

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Description

Tephrosia griseola (also called Grey 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 griseola is used as a source of food for livestock and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia griseola has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia griseola 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 griseola

Tephrosia griseola is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in the eastern states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.

Tephrosia griseola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia griseola?

Tephrosia griseola

What are the common names of Tephrosia griseola?

Grey Tephrosia, Grey Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia griseola?

Tephrosia griseola 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