Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
basedowii
ID:
188343

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Pritz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.15: 356 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187672



Common Names

  • Indigofera
  • Indigofera basedowii
  • Basedow's Indigofera


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera basedowii basedowii [unknown]

Description

Indigofera basedowii (also called Basedow's Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a spreading habit. Its leaves are trifoliate and its flowers are pink. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera basedowii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera basedowii has yellow flowers with five petals and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera basedowii is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Indigofera basedowii

Indigofera basedowii can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in the Stirling Range National Park and the Porongurup Range.

Indigofera basedowii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera basedowii?

Indigofera basedowii

What type of plant is Indigofera basedowii?

Shrub

Where is Indigofera basedowii found?

Australia

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