Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
evansiana
ID:
192685

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burtt Davy

Source:
ildis

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1921: 278 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192014



Common Names

  • Evans' Indigo
  • Evans' Pea
  • Evans' Bush


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera pauxilla N.E.Br. [valid]

Description

Indigofera evansiana (also called Evans' Indigo, 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 evansiana 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 evansiana 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 evansiana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Indigofera evansiana

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

Indigofera evansiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera evansiana?

Indigofera evansiana

What is the common name of Indigofera evansiana?

Evans' Indigo

What is the habitat of Indigofera evansiana?

Dry, rocky slopes

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