Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hamulosa
ID:
193223

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.24: 443 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192552



Common Names

  • Indigofera Hamulosa
  • Kerstania Nuristanica
  • Melliniella Micrantha


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Description

Indigofera hamulosa (also called Hooked Indigo, among many other common names) is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a rounded crown, and its leaves are alternate, bipinnate, and bright green. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in dry to moist soils, and in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera hamulosa is used as a dye for fabrics and a source of tannin for leather tanning. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera hamulosa has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera hamulosa is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Indigofera hamulosa

Indigofera hamulosa is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in open grasslands and along roadsides.

Indigofera hamulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera hamulosa?

Indigofera hamulosa

What is the common name of Indigofera hamulosa?

Hooked indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera hamulosa?

Dry prairies, open woods, and roadsides

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