Tephrosia thurberi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray ex Rydb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 24(3): 165, in syn. 1923 [16 Jul 1923]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164703
Common Names
- Thurberi Tephrosia
- Tephrosia Thurberi
- Tephrosia Thurberi
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tephrosia thurberi (also called Thurber's Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils in open woods, thickets, and roadsides. It has small, white to pinkish flowers and pinnately compound leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia thurberi is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia thurberi has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia thurberi is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Tephrosia thurberi
Tephrosia thurberi is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky areas.
Tephrosia thurberi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia thurberi?
Tephrosia thurberi
What is the common name of Tephrosia thurberi?
Thurber's Tephrosia
What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia thurberi?
Dry, rocky slopes and open 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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-11128: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.