Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
discolor
ID:
195243

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr.: 97 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194572



Common Names

  • Indigo Bush
  • Indigo Plant
  • Indigo Shrub


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Description

Indigofera discolor (also called Variable Indigo, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera discolor is used as a source of food, fodder, and medicine. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera discolor is a pink-purple, pea-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera discolor is a perennial shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Indigofera discolor

Indigofera discolor is native to India and Nepal.

Indigofera discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera discolor?

Indigofera discolor

What are the common names of Indigofera discolor?

Two-colored indigo, Two-colored indigo bush

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera discolor?

Indigofera discolor is native to South Africa.

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