Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
atropurpurea
ID:
189531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hornem.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188860



Common Names

  • Purple Indigo
  • Atropurpurea Indigo
  • Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera cavaleriei H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Indigofera tenyuehensis H.T.Tsai & T.F.Yu [unknown]

Description

Indigofera atropurpurea (also called Purple indigo, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Indian subcontinent. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera atropurpurea is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop for livestock, and as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera atropurpurea is a purple, pea-shaped flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera atropurpurea can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly to keep it moist. The seeds will germinate in 10-14 days. Thin the seedlings to a spacing of 15-20 cm. Fertilize the plants regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Indigofera atropurpurea

Indigofera atropurpurea can be found in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran.

Indigofera atropurpurea FAQ

What are the common names of Indigofera atropurpurea?

It is commonly known as the purple indigo.

What is the origin of Indigofera atropurpurea?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Indigofera atropurpurea?

It is used as a medicinal plant, as a forage crop, and as a source of food.

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