Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vohimenaensis
ID:
197008

Status:
valid

Authors:
Du Puy & Labat

Source:
ildis

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Legum. Madagascar: 416 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196337

Common Names

  • Tephrosia vohimenaensis
  • Vohimena Tephrosia
  • Vohimenaensis Tephrosia

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Description

Tephrosia vohimenaensis (also called Vohimena Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia vohimenaensis is used as a green manure crop and as a cover crop. It is also used as a soil-improving crop, as it increases soil fertility and improves soil structure. It is also used as a fodder crop, as it is high in protein and minerals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia vohimenaensis has white flowers with four petals, and the seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia vohimenaensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems and planting them in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm location until they have rooted. Seeds can be sown in spring or autumn in a well-draining soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm location until they are established.

Where to Find Tephrosia vohimenaensis

Tephrosia vohimenaensis is native to Madagascar and is found in the dry deciduous forests of the northern and western parts of the island.

Tephrosia vohimenaensis FAQ

What are the common names of Tephrosia vohimenaensis?

Common names of Tephrosia vohimenaensis include Vohimena Tephrosia and Madagascar Tephrosia.

What is the native range of Tephrosia vohimenaensis?

Tephrosia vohimenaensis is native to Madagascar.

What are the uses of Tephrosia vohimenaensis?

Tephrosia vohimenaensis is used for medicinal purposes, as a green manure, and as a fodder crop.

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

David J. Du Puy (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Du Puy' in the authors string.
Jean-Noël Labat (1959-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labat' in the authors string.