Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
emmae
ID:
200922

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Kort & G.Thijsse

Source:
ildis

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Blumea30: 130 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200251



Common Names

  • Indigofera emmae
  • Emma's Indigofera
  • Emma's False Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera meghalayensis Sanjappa [valid]

Description

Indigofera emmae (also called Emma's indigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia. It is commonly found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera emmae is used as a medicinal herb for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera emmae is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera emmae is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but does best in tropical and subtropical climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Indigofera emmae

Indigofera emmae is native to India.

Indigofera emmae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera emmae?

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What is the natural habitat of Indigofera emmae?

Indigofera emmae is found in the dry deciduous forests of India.

What is the flowering season of Indigofera emmae?

Indigofera emmae flowers in the summer months of April to June.

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