Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perrieri
ID:
196984

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Vig.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)14: 63 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196313

Common Names

  • Tephrosia perrieri
  • Perrieri Tephrosia
  • Perrieri False Indigo

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Description

Tephrosia perrieri (also called Perrier's Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia perrieri is used as a green manure crop and as a cover crop. It is also used as a soil-improving crop, as it increases soil fertility and improves soil structure. It is also used as a fodder crop, as it is high in protein and minerals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia perrieri has white flowers with four petals, and the seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia perrieri is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil pH and can withstand drought conditions. It can be propagated from cuttings and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Tephrosia perrieri

Tephrosia perrieri is found in the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.

Tephrosia perrieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia perrieri?

Tephrosia perrieri

What is the common name of Tephrosia perrieri?

Perrier's Tephrosia

What is the family of Tephrosia perrieri?

Fabaceae

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