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Common Names
- Tephrosia seticulosa
- Seticulosa Tephrosia
- Seticulosa Tephrosia Vine
Description
Tephrosia seticulosa (also called Bristly Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender, erect stem. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in open, disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia seticulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of green manure. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia seticulosa has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval in shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia seticulosa is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate by cuttings, take 3-4 inch cuttings from the stem and place them in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Tephrosia seticulosa
Tephrosia seticulosa is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrub jungles.
Tephrosia seticulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia seticulosa?
Tephrosia seticulosa
What is the common name of Tephrosia seticulosa?
Tephrosia seticulosa
What is the family of Tephrosia seticulosa?
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