Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Fragm.11: 70 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188171
Common Names
- Uniovulata Tephrosia
- Uniovulata-leaved Tephrosia
- Uniovulata-leaf Tephrosia
Synonyms
- Cracca uniovulata (F.Muell.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Tephrosia uniovulata (also called One-seeded Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby, perennial plant native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in grassy areas, open woodlands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia uniovulata is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a soil improver. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock, to control erosion, and as a green manure crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tephrosia uniovulata has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, dark brown and slightly curved. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia uniovulata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, collect the seed pods when they are ripe and sow them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Tephrosia uniovulata
Tephrosia uniovulata can be found in the south-west corner of Western Australia, in the area between Perth and Albany.
Tephrosia uniovulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia uniovulata?
Tephrosia uniovulata
What is the common name of Tephrosia uniovulata?
One-seeded Tephrosia
Where is Tephrosia uniovulata found?
Tephrosia uniovulata is found in eastern Australia.
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