Status:
valid
Authors:
Domin
Source:
ildis
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot.22(89): 201 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187884
Common Names
- Tephrosia subnuda
- Subnuda
- Subnuda Tephrosia
Description
Tephrosia subnuda (also called Naked-stalked Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an erect shrub up to 2 m high. It is native to Western Australia and grows in sandy soils in heath or shrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia subnuda is used as a medicinal plant and for soil improvement. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia subnuda has small yellow flowers with five petals and long stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a long stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia subnuda is a perennial shrub native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light and warmth.
Where to Find Tephrosia subnuda
Tephrosia subnuda is native to India and can be found in the western and central parts of the country.
Tephrosia subnuda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia subnuda?
Tephrosia subnuda
What is the common name of Tephrosia subnuda?
Slender Tephrosia
What is the family of Tephrosia subnuda?
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