Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
villosa
ID:
205177

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Pers.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl.2: 329 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204506

Common Names

  • Tephrosia villosa
  • Tephrosia
  • Villosa

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia incana (Roxb.) Sweet [unknown]
  • Cracca villosa L. [valid]
  • Tephrosia incana (Roxb.) Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Tephrosia villosa argentea Thwaites [unknown]
  • Galega villosa (L.) L. [valid]

Description

Tephrosia villosa (also called Woolly Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with a height of up to 2 meters. It is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in sandy soils, along roadsides and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia villosa is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of essential oils. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tephrosia villosa sub. ehrenbergiana (Schweinf.) Brummitt
Tephrosia villosa sub. villosa
Tephrosia villosa var. daviesii Brummitt

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia villosa is yellow in color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia villosa is a deciduous shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. Cuttings can also be taken in summer.

Where to Find Tephrosia villosa

Tephrosia villosa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Tephrosia villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia villosa?

Tephrosia villosa

What is the common name of Tephrosia villosa?

Goat's Rue

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia villosa?

Dry deciduous forests

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.