Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
astragaloides
ID:
731900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Romariz

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Portugaliae Acta Biol., Sér. B, Sist.3: 273 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731233



Common Names

  • Astragaloides Indigo
  • Astragaloides Indigofera
  • Astragaloides False Indigo


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Description

Indigofera astragaloides (also called Astragalus-leaved Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa. It is found in dry woodlands, grasslands, and bushveld.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera astragaloides is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of dye, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera astragaloides is yellow with five petals. The seed is small and round and has a light brown color. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera astragaloides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Indigofera astragaloides

Indigofera astragaloides is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Indigofera astragaloides FAQ

What type of plant is Indigofera astragaloides?

Indigofera astragaloides is a type of flowering plant.

What is the scientific name of Indigofera astragaloides?

The scientific name of Indigofera astragaloides is Indigofera astragaloides.

Where is Indigofera astragaloides found?

Indigofera astragaloides is found in tropical regions of the world.

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

Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Carlos Mateus Romariz (b.1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Romariz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:499008-1: Based on the initial data import