Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cassioides
ID:
187484

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rottler ex DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 225 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186813



Common Names

  • Indigofera cassioides
  • Cassioides Indigo
  • Cassioides False Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera pulchella Roxb. [valid]
  • Indigofera cassoides DC. [unknown]
  • Indigofera elliptica Roxb. [valid]
  • Indigofera arborea Roxb. [valid]
  • Indigofera byansghatensis S.Biswas [valid]
  • Indigofera gibsonii J.Graham [valid]
  • Indigofera leptostachya DC. [valid]
  • Indigofera pulchella purpurascens (Roxb.) Haines [unknown]
  • Indigofera purpurascens Roxb. [valid]
  • Indigofera violacea Roxb. [valid]
  • Anil pulchella Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera dubia Steud. [invalid]
  • Indigofera jirahulia Buch.-Ham. [invalid]
  • Indigofera glaucescens Graham [invalid]
  • Indigofera verrucosa Graham [invalid]

Description

Indigofera cassioides (also called Cassioides Indigo, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry forests, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera cassioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera cassioides has small yellow flowers with five petals and a long, thin stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera cassioides is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.

Where to Find Indigofera cassioides

Indigofera cassioides is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It is also found in India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Indigofera cassioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera cassioides?

Indigofera cassioides

What is the common name of Indigofera cassioides?

Cassioides

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera cassioides?

Dry open forests and 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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Johan Peter Rottler (1749-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rottler' in the authors string.