Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
garckeana
ID:
192981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vatke

Source:
ildis

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z.29: 221 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192310



Common Names

  • Garckeana Indigofera
  • Indigofera Garckeana
  • Indigofera incarnata


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera tetragona Lebrun & Taton [valid]
  • Indigofera rhynchocarpa quadrangularis Berhaut [valid]

Description

Indigofera garckeana (also called Garcke's Indigofera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in dry, open areas such as prairies and meadows. It has a long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow or white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera garckeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera garckeana has pinkish-purple flowers that are clustered in a raceme. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera garckeana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Indigofera garckeana

Indigofera garckeana can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Indigofera garckeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera garckeana?

Indigofera garckeana

What is the common name of Indigofera garckeana?

Garcke's indigo

Where is Indigofera garckeana native to?

South 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