Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
brennanii
ID:
1427694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Peter G.Wilson

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Telopea23: 90 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443859



Common Names

  • Indigofera Brennanii
  • African Mahogany
  • African Rosewood


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Description

Indigofera brennanii (also called Brennan's indigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall and has yellow-green flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera brennanii is used as a source of food, medicine, and as a cover crop. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its nitrogen-fixing capabilities.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera brennanii is a small, pink, five-petaled flower. 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 brennanii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Indigofera brennanii

Indigofera brennanii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.

Indigofera brennanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera brennanii?

Indigofera brennanii

What is the common name of Indigofera brennanii?

Brennan's indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera brennanii?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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

Peter Gordon Wilson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter G.Wilson' in the authors string.