Status:
valid
Authors:
Cruz Durán & M.Sousa
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Brittonia69: 348 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443865
Description
Indigofera floresii (also called Flores indigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall and has yellow-green flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera floresii is used as a source of food, medicine, and as a cover crop. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its nitrogen-fixing capabilities.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Indigofera floresii is a small, pink, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indigofera floresii is propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring or early summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Indigofera floresii
Indigofera floresii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.
Indigofera floresii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera floresii?
Indigofera floresii
What is the common name of Indigofera floresii?
Floresii Indigofera
What is the natural habitat of Indigofera floresii?
Indigofera floresii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and Southeast Asia
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