Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pringlei
ID:
165360

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose) J.F.Macbr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.4: 87 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164689

Common Names

  • Tephrosia pringlei
  • Pringle's Tephrosia
  • Pringle's-leaf Tephrosia

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Synonyms

  • Cracca pringlei Rose [valid]

Description

Tephrosia pringlei (also called Pringle's Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States. 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 pringlei is used as a green manure, as a fodder crop, and for soil improvement. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia pringlei is a pale yellow, pea-like flower with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia pringlei 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 pringlei

Tephrosia pringlei is native to the southeastern United States, from Alabama to Florida. It can be found in moist, open woods and along roadsides.

Tephrosia pringlei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia pringlei?

Tephrosia pringlei

What is the common name of Tephrosia pringlei?

Pringle's Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia pringlei?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

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