Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Téllez
Source:
ildis
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. Autón. México, Bot.57: 33 (1986 publ. 1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179945
Common Names
- Guayameo Tephrosia
- Guayameo Pea
- Guayameo Fish-Poison
Description
Tephrosia guayameoensis (also called 'Guayameo tephrosia', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and small, trifoliate leaves. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia guayameoensis is used as a medicinal plant, as a green manure crop, and as a fodder crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia guayameoensis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a long calyx. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have two to three pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia guayameoensis is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Tephrosia guayameoensis
Tephrosia guayameoensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Tephrosia guayameoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia guayameoensis?
Tephrosia guayameoensis
What is the common name of Tephrosia guayameoensis?
Guayameo Tephrosia
What is the range of Tephrosia guayameoensis?
It is found in Mexico and Central 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