Tephrosia virginiana
Catgut
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The Tephrosia virginiana plant species is found in Eastern N. America - New Hampshire to Florida, west to Texas and Manitoba. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Catgut.

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Latin Name:  Tephrosia virginiana
Common Name:  Catgut
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  (L.)Pers.
 
Known Hazards:  Contact with the plant can cause dermatitis in sensitive people[222]. The seeds are toxic[222].
 
Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Dry sandy woods and openings[43].

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