Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
desertorum
ID:
192459

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. Junta Invest. Ultramar, 2 Ser.19: 53 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191788



Common Names

  • Indigofera desertorum
  • Desert Indigofera
  • Desert Indigo


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Description

Indigofera desertorum (also called 'Desert 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 desertorum 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 desertorum 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 desertorum 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 desertorum

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

Indigofera desertorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera desertorum?

Indigofera desertorum

What is the common name of Indigofera desertorum?

Desert indigo

What is the family of Indigofera desertorum?

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