Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
186539

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Pers.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl.2: 330 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185868

Common Names

  • Spinosa Tephrosia
  • Spiny Tephrosia
  • Tephrosia Spinosa

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Synonyms

  • Galega spinosa L.f. [valid]
  • Cracca spinosa (L.f.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Tephrosia spinosa (also called Spiny Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia spinosa is a leguminous plant that is used as a cover crop and green manure. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia spinosa has small yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is small and round with a brown color. The seedling is thin and upright with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia spinosa is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division of existing plants can also be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Tephrosia spinosa

Tephrosia spinosa can be found in dry woods and thickets in the eastern United States.

Tephrosia spinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia spinosa?

Tephrosia spinosa

What is the common name of Tephrosia spinosa?

Spiny Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia spinosa?

Dry sclerophyll forests and 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

References

Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.