Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
filicaulis
ID:
192760

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 239 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192089



Common Names

  • Indigofera filicaulis
  • Indigofera
  • Filicaulis


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera subtilis E.Mey. [valid]
  • Anil filicaulis (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera filicaulis (also called Slender-stemmed Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, the Indian subcontinent, and Southeast Asia. It typically grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and dry savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera filicaulis is used as an ornamental plant and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera filicaulis has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera filicaulis is a perennial species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India and Nepal. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation can be done by seed or by division of the clump in early spring.

Where to Find Indigofera filicaulis

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

Indigofera filicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera filicaulis?

Indigofera filicaulis

Where is Indigofera filicaulis found?

Indigofera filicaulis is found in India, China, and Southeast Asia.

What is the growth habit of Indigofera filicaulis?

Indigofera filicaulis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height.

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.