Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
amitina
ID:
190899

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1925: 158 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190228



Common Names

  • Indigofera amitina
  • Amitina Indigofera
  • Amitina Indigo


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Description

Indigofera amitina (also called Amitin Indigo, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Middle East and Central Asia, and typically inhabits dry, rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera amitina is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and for its culinary uses. Its medicinal uses include treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a food seasoning and to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera amitina has small, pinkish-purple flowers with a short, curved spur. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera amitina is a perennial plant that is best grown from seed. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Indigofera amitina

Indigofera amitina is native to Iran and can be found in the provinces of Isfahan, Kerman, and Yazd.

Indigofera amitina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera amitina?

Indigofera amitina

What is the common name of Indigofera amitina?

Amit's Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera amitina?

Dry, rocky hillsides in the Mediterranean region

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