Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
crotalarioides
ID:
192179

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klotzsch) Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 85 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191508



Common Names

  • Indigofera crotalarioides
  • Crotalaria
  • Rattlebox


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Synonyms

  • Anil crotalarioides (Baker) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tephrosia crotalarioides Klotzsch [valid]

Description

Indigofera crotalarioides (also called Crotalaria Indigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and grows in open woodlands, grasslands and scrubland. It has oval-shaped leaves and pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera crotalarioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera crotalarioides is a small, yellow-green, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera crotalarioides is a short-lived perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Indigofera crotalarioides

Indigofera crotalarioides can be found in dry areas of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Indigofera crotalarioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera crotalarioides?

Indigofera crotalarioides

What is the common name of Indigofera crotalarioides?

Crotalaria-Like Indigo

What is the family of Indigofera crotalarioides?

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

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.