Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cedrorum
ID:
205820

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
ildis

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1920: 337 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205149



Common Names

  • Indigofera Cedrorum
  • Cedrorum Indigofera
  • Indigofera


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera cassioides mussooriensis S.Biswas [valid]

Description

Indigofera cedrorum (also called 'Cedar Indigofera', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands, and is characterized by its small, green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera cedrorum is used as a medicinal plant and for its ornamental value in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera cedrorum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera cedrorum is a shrub that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Indigofera cedrorum

Indigofera cedrorum is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is typically found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.

Indigofera cedrorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera cedrorum?

Indigofera cedrorum

What is the common name of Indigofera cedrorum?

Cedar Indigo

Where is Indigofera cedrorum native to?

India

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