Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
concava
ID:
191992

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
W.H.Harvey & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Cap.2: 186 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191321



Common Names

  • Concave Indigo
  • Indigo Plant
  • Indigo Bush


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Synonyms

  • Anil concava Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera concava (also called Concave Indigo, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and rocky habitats. It is an annual herb growing up to 40 cm tall with a few branches. Its leaves are pinnate, with up to 6 pairs of leaflets. Its flowers are pink, and its fruits are pods.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera concava is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera concava has small, pink flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown, and flattened. The seedlings have two cotyledons, and the first true leaves are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera concava is a shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the fall and covered lightly with soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Indigofera concava

Indigofera concava is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Indigofera concava FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera concava?

Indigofera concava

What is the common name of Indigofera concava?

Indigofera

What is the family of Indigofera concava?

Fabaceae

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