Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zollingeri
ID:
207560

Status:
valid

Authors:
Backer

Source:
ildis

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, sér. 3, 16: 110 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206889

Common Names

  • Tephrosia zollingeri
  • Zollinger's Tephrosia
  • Zollinger's Tephrosia Vine

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Synonyms

  • Kiesera gracilis Miq. [valid]
  • Tephrosia sennoides Blume ex Miq. [invalid]
  • Indigofera platyphylla Miq. [invalid]

Description

Tephrosia zollingeri (also called Zollinger's Tephrosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender, erect stem. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in open, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia zollingeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of green manure. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tephrosia zollingeri has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia zollingeri is a tropical shrub that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Tephrosia zollingeri

Tephrosia zollingeri is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrub jungles.

Tephrosia zollingeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia zollingeri?

Tephrosia zollingeri

What is the common name of Tephrosia zollingeri?

Tephrosia zollingeri

What is the family of Tephrosia zollingeri?

Fabaceae

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