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Common Names
- Large-Flowered Tephrosia
- Macrantha Tephrosia
- Tephrosia Macrantha
Description
Tephrosia macrantha (also called large-flowered hoarypea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it is found in desert and chaparral habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia macrantha is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia macrantha has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings are slender, with dark green leaves and yellow-green stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia macrantha is a perennial plant native to western North America. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seed should be sown in a shallow trench and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10 cm apart. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Tephrosia macrantha
Tephrosia macrantha can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Tephrosia macrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia macrantha?
Tephrosia macrantha
What is the common name of Tephrosia macrantha?
Large-flowered Hoarypea
What is the habitat of Tephrosia macrantha?
Dry, sandy soils
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