Tephrosia tanganyikensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
De Wild.
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204437
Common Names
- Tephrosia tanganyikensis
- Tanganyikan Tephrosia
- Tanganyikan Hoary Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrosia tanganyikensis (also called Tanganyika tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender stem. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry habitats, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia tanganyikensis is used as a green manure crop, as a soil conditioner, and as a fodder crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia tanganyikensis has yellow flowers with a sweet smell. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like pod with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia tanganyikensis can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings. The cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Tephrosia tanganyikensis
Tephrosia tanganyikensis can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and tropical Africa.
Tephrosia tanganyikensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia tanganyikensis?
Tephrosia tanganyikensis
What is the common name of Tephrosia tanganyikensis?
Tanganyika Tephrosia
What is the family of Tephrosia tanganyikensis?
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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-5074: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.