Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
constricta
ID:
205830

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thwaites) Trimen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Ceylon.: 23 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205159



Common Names

  • Indigofera
  • Constricta
  • Indigofera Constricta


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera flaccida constricta Thwaites [valid]

Description

Indigofera constricta (also called 'Narrow-leaved Indigo', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny places, such as rocky slopes, steppes, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera constricta 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 constricta 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 constricta

Indigofera constricta is native to Africa and Asia. It is typically found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.

Indigofera constricta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera constricta?

Indigofera constricta

What is the common name of Indigofera constricta?

Constricted Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera constricta?

Dry deciduous forests

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

George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.
Henry Trimen (1843-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trimen' in the authors string.