Tephrosia iringae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
J. Bot.76: 21 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202802
Common Names
- Tephrosia Iringae
- Iringae Tephrosia
- Iringae Bushy Wattle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrosia iringae (also called Iringa Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an erect, branched shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It has purple flowers and is native to Tanzania. It is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia iringae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber for construction. The leaves of this plant are used as fodder for livestock, and the bark is used for tanning leather.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia iringae has small, white flowers that are followed by small, round seed pods. The seedlings have a single stem and two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia iringae is a small, evergreen, shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to Australia and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Tephrosia iringae
Tephrosia iringae is native to Tanzania.
Tephrosia iringae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia iringae?
Tephrosia iringae
What is the common name of Tephrosia iringae?
Iringae Tephrosia
What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia iringae?
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
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Tephrosia iringae Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.