Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reptans
ID:
204674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 121 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204003

Common Names

  • Tephrosia reptans
  • Creeping Tephrosia
  • Crawling Tephrosia

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Synonyms

  • Cracca reptans (Baker) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia reptans (also called Reptant Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry grasslands and scrublands. It has a slender stem and small, oval leaves. The flowers are small and yellow in color.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia reptans is used as a fodder crop, for soil stabilization, and for controlling soil erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tephrosia reptans var. reptans
Tephrosia reptans var. microfoliata (Pires de Lima) Brummitt
Tephrosia reptans var. arenicola Brummitt & J.B.Gillett

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Tephrosia reptans flower is a small, white, five-petaled flower that grows in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia reptans is a tropical perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed, cuttings, and layering. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late spring or early summer. Layering can be done in spring or summer and should be done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil.

Where to Find Tephrosia reptans

Tephrosia reptans is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar and can be found growing in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Tephrosia reptans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia reptans?

Tephrosia reptans

What is the common name of Tephrosia reptans?

Creeping Tephrosia

What is the family of Tephrosia reptans?

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