Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
banii
ID:
200917

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.D.Khôi & Yakovlev

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad)67: 1542 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200246



Common Names

  • Indigofera banii
  • Bani's Indigofera
  • Bani's False Indigo


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Description

Indigofera banii (also called Bani's Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 2 m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 0.5 m. It is found in the tropical rainforest of West and Central Africa, and is often found in secondary forests, riverine forests, and wooded grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera banii is used as a medicinal herb for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera banii is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera banii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Indigofera banii

Indigofera banii is native to India and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Indigofera banii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera banii?

Indigofera banii

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera banii?

Indigofera banii is found in the dry deciduous forests of India.

What is the flowering season of Indigofera banii?

Indigofera banii flowers in the summer months of April to June.

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