Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
fuscobarbata
ID:
1321754

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrire

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Fl. Zambes.3(4): 77 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334208



Common Names

  • Indigofera Fuscobarbata
  • Fuscobarbata Indigofera
  • Fuscobarbata Indigofera


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Description

Indigofera fuscobarbata (also called Fuscobarbata Indigofera, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1 meter. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera fuscobarbata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera fuscobarbata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers that are arranged in racemes. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oblong. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons that are oval-shaped and a pair of true leaves that are trifoliate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera fuscobarbata is a perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Indigofera fuscobarbata

Indigofera fuscobarbata is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Indigofera fuscobarbata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera fuscobarbata?

Indigofera fuscobarbata

What is the common name of Indigofera fuscobarbata?

Fuscobarbate Indigofera

Where is Indigofera fuscobarbata native to?

Africa

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

Brian David Schrire (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrire' in the authors string.