Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
major
ID:
165344

Status:
valid

Authors:
Micheli

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève34: 251 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164673

Common Names

  • Major Tephrosia
  • Major False Indigo
  • Major Pea

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Synonyms

  • Cracca major (Micheli) Rose [illegitimate]
  • Cracca micheliana Standl. [valid]
  • Cracca michcliana Standl. [unknown]

Description

Tephrosia major (also called Large-flowered Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils in open woods, thickets, and roadsides. It has small, white to pinkish flowers and pinnately compound leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia major is used as a green manure crop, as a cover crop, and as a forage crop. It has also been used as a soil improver, to control erosion, and to increase soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia major is a small, white, pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaflets and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia major can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Tephrosia major

Tephrosia major is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is a common weed in disturbed areas.

Tephrosia major FAQ

What are the common names of Tephrosia major?

Large Tephrosia

What is the growth rate of Tephrosia major?

Moderate

What is the soil type of Tephrosia major?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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