Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
arenophila
ID:
191048

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier6: 524 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190377



Common Names

  • Indigofera arenophila
  • Sand-loving Indigo
  • Sand-loving Pea


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera antennulifera L.Bolus [valid]

Description

Indigofera arenophila (also called Sand Indigo, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Caucasus region. It has small, grey-green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera arenophila is used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used to boost the immune system and improve overall health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera arenophila has small, pink flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed pods are small and contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera arenophila is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry, rocky soils in the western United States. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. It can be propagated by division of the root crown in spring or fall.

Where to Find Indigofera arenophila

Indigofera arenophila is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in Algeria, Greece, Italy, Libya, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, and Tunisia.

Indigofera arenophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera arenophila?

Indigofera arenophila

What is the common name of Indigofera arenophila?

Sandy Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera arenophila?

Sandy soils, dry grasslands and open woodlands

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