Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
coerulea
ID:
191896

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Trans. Soc. London Encour. Arts28: 294 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191225



Common Names

  • Blue Indigo
  • Blue Indigofera
  • Coerulea Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera argentea brachycarpa Vatke [unknown]
  • Indigofera argentea coerulea (Roxb.) Baker [unknown]

Description

Indigofera coerulea (also called 'Blue Indigo', among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a prostrate habit and grows to a height of up to 20 cm. Its leaves are trifoliate, with 3 leaflets, and its flowers are blue. It is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and cultivated land.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera coerulea is used as a fodder crop, as a soil-improving crop, and as a green manure crop.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Indigofera coerulea var. coerulea
Indigofera coerulea var. occidentalis J.B.Gillett & Ali
Indigofera coerulea var. monosperma (Santapau) Santapau

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera coerulea has small, blue flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera coerulea is an annual plant and can be cultivated from seeds. The seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist to ensure proper germination. The plants should be spaced at least 15 cm apart. Propagation can also be done by division of the clumps in early spring.

Where to Find Indigofera coerulea

Indigofera coerulea is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Indigofera coerulea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera coerulea?

Indigofera coerulea

What are the common names of Indigofera coerulea?

Blue indigo, blue indigofera

What is the growth habit of Indigofera coerulea?

It is an erect, annual herb

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