Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
margenella
ID:
203880

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.M.L.Forbes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bothalia4: 954 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203209

Common Names

  • Margenella Tephrosia
  • Margenella Tephrosia Wattle
  • Margenella Tephrosia Acacia

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Description

Tephrosia margenella (also called Marginal Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 5-7 m tall. It is native to India, and is found in open forests and woodlands. It is also found in disturbed sites, and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia margenella is used as a source of firewood and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia margenella has small, white flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia margenella is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in a variety of soils. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Tephrosia margenella

Tephrosia margenella is native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Tephrosia margenella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia margenella?

Tephrosia margenella

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia margenella?

Deserts and arid regions

What is the average height of Tephrosia margenella?

2-4 m

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