Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
georgei
ID:
189310

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Pritz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.35: 268 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188639



Common Names

  • Indigofera georgei
  • Georgei Indigofera
  • George's Indigofera


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Description

Indigofera georgei (also called George's Indigofera, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia, found in sandy soils in heathland and woodland areas. It has small yellow flowers that bloom from August to October.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera georgei is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera georgei has small yellow flowers. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera georgei can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have established roots.

Where to Find Indigofera georgei

Indigofera georgei is found in Western Australia.

Indigofera georgei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera georgei?

Indigofera georgei

What is the common name of Indigofera georgei?

George's Indigo-bush

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera georgei?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands of south-eastern Australia

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