Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
denudata
ID:
192445

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. 2: 132. 1800

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191774



Common Names

  • Indigofera denudata
  • Naked Indigo
  • Naked Indigofera


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Description

Indigofera denudata (also called 'Naked Indigo', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to India. It has an erect habit and its leaves are trifoliate, with ovate leaflets. It is found in dry grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera denudata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems, and as a source of dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Indigofera denudata has pink to purple flowers that are clustered in small, dense spikes. Seeds: The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera denudata is a perennial shrub that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a drought-tolerant plant and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Indigofera denudata

Indigofera denudata is native to Africa. It can be found in dry, open woods and along roadsides.

Indigofera denudata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera denudata?

Indigofera denudata

What is the common name of Indigofera denudata?

Naked indigo

What is the family of Indigofera denudata?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-3831: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.