Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
caudata
ID:
198176

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
ildis

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 32: 210 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197505



Common Names

  • Indigofera Caudata
  • Caudata Indigofera
  • Indigofera Caudata


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Description

Indigofera caudata (also called Caudate Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India. It grows in open areas, grasslands, and along roadsides. It has pinnate leaves and pinkish-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera caudata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera caudata has small, pink flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera caudata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is usually propagated by seeds, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated. Once germinated, the plants can be transplanted into larger containers or into the garden.

Where to Find Indigofera caudata

Indigofera caudata is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Kerala.

Indigofera caudata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera caudata?

Indigofera caudata

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera caudata?

It is found in open forests, scrub and grasslands in China.

What is the size of Indigofera caudata?

It is a small shrub, typically growing to a height of 0.5–2 m.

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