Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxygona
ID:
204198

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 114 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203527

Common Names

  • Tephrosia oxygona
  • Oxygona Tephrosia
  • African Tephrosia

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Synonyms

  • Cracca oxygera (Welw. ex Baker) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia oxygona (also called Oxygon Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an erect, annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Central Africa, and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrub jungles. It has trifoliate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia oxygona is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of food, and for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tephrosia oxygona sub. oxygona
Tephrosia oxygona sub. lactea (Schinz) A.Schreib.
Tephrosia oxygona var. obcordata Torre

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia oxygona has small, white flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia oxygona is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Tephrosia oxygona

Tephrosia oxygona is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Tephrosia oxygona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia oxygona?

Tephrosia oxygona

What is the common name of Tephrosia oxygona?

Sharp-leaved Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia oxygona?

Dry, sandy soils in tropical and subtropical regions

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.