Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Tephrosia

Species:

Tephrosia candida

USDA Symbol:

TECA5

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

350 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy to loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to tropical and subtropical regions; prefers open, sunny areas

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Hard seed coat requires scarification (hot water treatment or mechanical) for best germination. Seeds germinate readily after treatment.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI