Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
brevidens
ID:
189248

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
T.L.Mitchell, J. Exped. Trop. Australia: 385 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188577



Common Names

  • Short-Stalked Indigo
  • Indigofera brevidens
  • Short-Stalked


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Synonyms

  • Anil brevidens (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Indigofera brevidens galegioides R.Br. ex Benth. [valid]
  • Indigofera brevidens uncinata Benth. [valid]
  • Indigofera lasiantha F.Muell. [illegitimate]

Description

Indigofera brevidens (also called Short-style Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It can grow up to 1 m tall and has yellow-green flowers. It is found in open forest, woodland and heath in south-western Australia.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera brevidens is used as an ornamental plant, as a food source for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera brevidens has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The flowers are followed by small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera brevidens is a perennial shrub that is native to Australia. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Indigofera brevidens

Indigofera brevidens is native to Western Australia and can be found in open woodlands and shrublands.

Indigofera brevidens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera brevidens?

Indigofera brevidens

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera brevidens?

Indigofera brevidens is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and woodlands.

What are the uses of Indigofera brevidens?

Indigofera brevidens is used as a food crop and is also used for medicinal purposes.

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