Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
diphylla
ID:
192493

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vent.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Choix Pl.: t. 30 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191822



Common Names

  • Twinleaf Indigofera
  • Two-Leaf Indigo
  • Two-Leaved Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Anil diphylla (Vent.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera glauca Perr. ex DC. [invalid]
  • Indigofera diphylla lanuginosa DC. [valid]

Description

Indigofera diphylla (also called 'Two-Leaved 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 diphylla 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 diphylla 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 diphylla 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 diphylla

Indigofera diphylla is native to North America and can be found in open woods, prairies, and meadows.

Indigofera diphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera diphylla?

Indigofera diphylla

What is the common name of Indigofera diphylla?

Two-leaved indigo

What is the family of Indigofera diphylla?

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