Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
eriocarpa
ID:
192667

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr.: 103 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191996



Common Names

  • Crimson Indigo
  • Indian Indigo
  • Scarlet Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Anil eriocarpa Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera eriocarpa (also called Indian Mallow, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to India. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and pinkish-purple flowers. It grows in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera eriocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera eriocarpa is a small, purple, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped legume. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera eriocarpa is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3.3 ft) tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Indigofera eriocarpa

Indigofera eriocarpa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including the Iberian Peninsula, France, Italy, and North Africa.

Indigofera eriocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera eriocarpa?

Indigofera eriocarpa

What is the common name of Indigofera eriocarpa?

Woolly Indigo

What is the family of Indigofera eriocarpa?

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