Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
huillensis
ID:
203345

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 121 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202674

Common Names

  • Huillensis Wattle
  • Tephrosia Huillensis
  • Huillensis Tephrosia

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Synonyms

  • Cracca huillensis (Welw. ex Baker) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia huillensis (also called Huillensis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers. It is native to Peru and is found in dry montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia huillensis is used for its timber and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tephrosia huillensis var. huillensis
Tephrosia huillensis var. grandiflora Baker

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia huillensis has small yellow flowers that form in clusters. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia huillensis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Tephrosia huillensis

Tephrosia huillensis can be found in Africa, particularly in the south-east of the continent.

Tephrosia huillensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia huillensis?

Tephrosia huillensis

What is the family of Tephrosia huillensis?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Tephrosia huillensis?

Hilly Tephrosia

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.