Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
amorphoides
ID:
190930

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
ildis

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient.5: 93 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190259



Common Names

  • Indigofera amorphoides
  • Amorphoides Indigofera
  • Amorphoides Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Anil amorphoides Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera abyssinica Hochst. ex Baker [valid]
  • Indigofera alata Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Indigofera alta Schweinf. [unknown]

Description

Indigofera amorphoides (also called Amorphous Indigo, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in grassy areas, and has small, bright green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera amorphoides is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera amorphoides 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 amorphoides is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Indigofera amorphoides

Indigofera amorphoides can be found in the Middle East and Central Asia.

Indigofera amorphoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera amorphoides?

Indigofera amorphoides

What is the common name of Indigofera amorphoides?

Amorphous Indigo

Where is Indigofera amorphoides found?

Indigofera amorphoides is found in Iran.

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

Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.