Tephrosia mexicana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.E.Wood
Source:
ildis
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Rhodora51: 344 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164677
Common Names
- Tephrosia mexicana
- Mexican Tephrosia
- Mexican-leaf Tephrosia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrosia mexicana (also called Mexican Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico. 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 mexicana 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 mexicana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia mexicana is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Tephrosia mexicana
Tephrosia mexicana is found in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Tephrosia mexicana FAQ
What are the common names of Tephrosia mexicana?
Mexican Tephrosia
What is the growth rate of Tephrosia mexicana?
Moderate
What is the soil type of Tephrosia mexicana?
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
Carroll Emory Wood (1921-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Wood' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Tephrosia mexicana C.E.Wood: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.