Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mariana
ID:
193601

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 253 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192930

Common Names

  • Tephrosia mariana
  • Mariana Tephrosia
  • Mariana Tree

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Synonyms

  • Cracca mariana (DC.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia mariana (also called 'Mariana Tephrosia', among many other common names) is an annual herb with a spreading habit and hairy stems and leaves. It is native to the Marianas Islands and is found in open grasslands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia mariana is used as a medicinal plant and as a fish poison. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia mariana has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia mariana is a tropical legume that can be propagated through seeds. It prefers a warm, humid climate and does best in well-drained, fertile soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires regular watering. It can be propagated through cuttings or by layering.

Where to Find Tephrosia mariana

Tephrosia mariana is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Tephrosia mariana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia mariana?

Tephrosia mariana

What type of plant is Tephrosia mariana?

A shrub

Where is Tephrosia mariana found?

In tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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