Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
disticha
ID:
192543

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 245 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191872



Common Names

  • Indigofera disticha
  • Two-rowed Indigofera
  • Two-rowed Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Anil disticha Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera enonensis E.Mey. [valid]

Description

Indigofera disticha (also called 'Two-Rowed 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 disticha is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Indigofera disticha 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 disticha is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Indigofera disticha

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

Indigofera disticha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera disticha?

Indigofera disticha

What is the common name of Indigofera disticha?

Distich Indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera disticha?

Dry, sunny places

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

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.