Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
baileyi
ID:
188717

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fragm.9: 43 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188046



Common Names

  • Bailey's Indigofera
  • Indigo Bush
  • Indigo Plant


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Synonyms

  • Anil baileyi (F.Muell.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Indigofera baileyi (also called Bailey's Indigo, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial shrub native to Australia. It has pink flowers and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along watercourses.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera baileyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are edible and used as a vegetable in some parts of the world.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera baileyi has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have trifoliate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera baileyi is a hardy shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late spring or early summer. Plant in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.

Where to Find Indigofera baileyi

Indigofera baileyi can be found in the south-eastern regions of Australia, including New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.

Indigofera baileyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera baileyi?

Indigofera baileyi

What is the common name of Indigofera baileyi?

Bailey's Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera baileyi?

Open forest and woodland

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