Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lortii
ID:
203732

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Legum. Trop. Africa: 186 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203061

Common Names

  • Tephrosia lortii
  • Lort's Tephrosia
  • Lort's Hoarypea

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Description

Tephrosia lortii (also called Lort's Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States, Mexico, and Central America. It grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall and has pink flowers. It is found in dry, sandy areas, often in association with grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia lortii is used for its timber, which is used for making furniture and for firewood. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower heads of Tephrosia lortii are globular, yellow and have a diameter of about 3 mm. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1.5 mm. Seedlings: The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia lortii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a rooting medium and kept moist until they root. Tephrosia lortii prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tephrosia lortii

Tephrosia lortii is native to Queensland, Australia.

Tephrosia lortii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia lortii?

Tephrosia lortii is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

What is the growth habit of Tephrosia lortii?

Tephrosia lortii is an upright shrub or small tree with a spreading habit.

What is the size of Tephrosia lortii?

Tephrosia lortii can grow up to 5 m in height and 3 m in width.

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