Ashen Hoarypea (Tephrosia Cinerea) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Tephrosia cinerea is a perennial leguminous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions, known for its ashen grey foliage and pale lilac flowers.

Ashen Hoarypea

Ashen Hoarypea

Tephrosia Cinerea

Tephrosia cinerea is a perennial leguminous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions, known for its ashen grey foliage and pale lilac flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:nitrogen fixer, erosion control, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Ashen Hoarypea

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Tephrosia