Indigofera deflersii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
deflersii
ID:
189779
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich49: 194 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189108
Common Names
- Defler's Indigo
- Defler's Indigofera
- Defler's False Indigo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Indigofera deflersii (also called Deflers' Indigo, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the world. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils and is known for its bright purple flowers and its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera deflersii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Indigofera deflersii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Indigofera deflersii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Indigofera deflersii
Indigofera deflersii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Indigofera deflersii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera deflersii?
Indigofera deflersii
What type of plant is Indigofera deflersii?
It is a legume.
Where is Indigofera deflersii found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions.
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
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Indigofera deflersii Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.