Status:
valid
Authors:
Blatt.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc.36: 482 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205124
Common Names
- Indigofera acanthinocarpa
- Acanthinocarpa Indigofera
- Acanthinocarpa Indigo
Description
Indigofera acanthinocarpa (also called 'Acanthinocarpous Indigofera', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands, and is characterized by its small, green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera acanthinocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties, and is used to treat skin conditions, wounds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Indigofera acanthinocarpa has small, pink flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indigofera acanthinocarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Indigofera acanthinocarpa
Indigofera acanthinocarpa is native to Australia. It is typically found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.
Indigofera acanthinocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera acanthinocarpa?
Indigofera acanthinocarpa
What is the common name of Indigofera acanthinocarpa?
Spiny-fruited Indigofera
What is the growth habit of Indigofera acanthinocarpa?
It is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall
Species in the Indigofera genus
Indigofera asperifolia,
Indigofera blanchetiana,
Indigofera bongardiana,
Indigofera campestris,
Indigofera conzattii,
Indigofera coronilloides,
Indigofera costaricensis,
Indigofera cuernavacana,
Indigofera densiflora,
Indigofera fruticosa,
Indigofera guaranitica,
Indigofera hygrobia,
Indigofera jaliscensis,
Indigofera kurtzii,
Indigofera lancifolia,
Indigofera latifolia,
Indigofera lindheimeriana,
Indigofera montana,
Indigofera palmeri,
Indigofera panamensis,
Indigofera platycarpa,
Indigofera pueblensis,
Indigofera purpusii,
Indigofera rojasii,
Indigofera salmoniflora,
Indigofera sphaerocarpa,
Indigofera sphinctosperma,
Indigofera tephrosioides,
Indigofera thibaudiana,
Indigofera truxillensis,
Indigofera tumidula,
Indigofera langlassei,
Indigofera caroliniana,
Indigofera miniata,
Indigofera trifoliata,
Indigofera zollingeriana,
Indigofera prostrata,
Indigofera incompta,
Indigofera lespedezioides,
Indigofera parodiana,
Indigofera subulata,
Indigofera tephrosioides,
Indigofera micheliana,
Indigofera curvirostrata,
Indigofera hiranensis,
Indigofera nugalensis,
Indigofera pellucida,
Indigofera drepanocarpa,
Indigofera sabulosa,
Indigofera kirilowi,
Species in the Fabaceae family