Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ammoxylon
ID:
1413002

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Polhill

Source:
wcvp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(2): 343. 1986 [22 Jul 1986]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425467



Common Names

  • Indigofera ammoxylon
  • Ammoxylon Indigo
  • Ammoxylon Indigofera


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Description

Indigofera ammoxylon (also called Indigofera ammoxylon, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera ammoxylon is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera ammoxylon has small, yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera ammoxylon is a shrub native to Australia. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be kept moist until they have established themselves. Once established, the plants should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a warm, sunny environment.

Where to Find Indigofera ammoxylon

Indigofera ammoxylon is native to India and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Indigofera ammoxylon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera ammoxylon?

Indigofera ammoxylon

What is the common name of Indigofera ammoxylon?

Ammoxylon Indigo

Where is Indigofera ammoxylon native to?

Australia

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

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Roger Marcus Polhill (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polhill' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:942853-1: Based on the initial data import