Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinapou
ID:
204995

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Buc'hoz) A.Chev.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Compt. Rend. Hebd. Séances Acad. Sci.180: 1522 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204324

Common Names

  • Sinapou Tephrosia
  • Sinapou Hoarypea
  • Sinapou Goat-rue

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia emarginata Kunth [valid]
  • Orobus sericeus Sessé & Moc. [illegitimate]
  • Cracca schiedeana (Schltdl.) Standl. [valid]
  • Tephrosia schiedeana Schltdl. [valid]
  • Cracca toxicaria (Sw.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Galega sinapou Buc'hoz [valid]
  • Galega toxicaria Sw. [valid]
  • Galega sericea Lam. [unknown]
  • Tephrosia toxicaria (Sw.) Pers. [valid]

Description

Tephrosia sinapou (also called 'Sinapou Tephrosia', among many other common names) is a small, annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India, and is found in dry, open, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia sinapou is used as a food source for livestock, as a source of firewood, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia sinapou has yellow flowers, and its seeds are black, round, and smooth. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a smooth texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia sinapou is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it requires minimal care and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Tephrosia sinapou

Tephrosia sinapou is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Tephrosia sinapou FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia sinapou?

Tephrosia sinapou

What is the common name of Tephrosia sinapou?

Sinapou Tephrosia

What is the habitat of Tephrosia sinapou?

Dry, rocky hillsides

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

Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
Pierre Joseph Buchoz (1731-1809): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buc'hoz' in the authors string.