Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
watsoniana
ID:
187331

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Macbr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.4: 87 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186660

Common Names

  • Tephrosia Watsoniana
  • Watson's Tephrosia
  • Watson's Tephrosia

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Synonyms

  • Clitoria sericea S.Watson [valid]
  • Cracca sericea (S.Watson) Rose [illegitimate]
  • Cracca watsoniana Standl. [valid]

Description

Tephrosia watsoniana (also called Watson's Tephrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It has small white flowers and trifoliate leaves. It prefers moist soils and can be found in grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia watsoniana is used as a forage crop for livestock and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia watsoniana is a small, white to pink flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, flat seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia watsoniana is a perennial shrub native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Tephrosia watsoniana

Tephrosia watsoniana is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Tephrosia watsoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia watsoniana?

Tephrosia watsoniana

What is the common name of Tephrosia watsoniana?

Watson's Tephrosia

What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia watsoniana?

It is native to temperate Asia and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

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