Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hewittii
ID:
193347

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.71: 341 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192676



Common Names

  • Hewitt's Indigo
  • Indigofera Hewittii
  • Hewitt's Pea


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera dehniae Merxm. [valid]

Description

Indigofera hewittii (also called Hewitt's Indigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and pink flowers with a yellow center. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions, in open to semi-shaded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera hewittii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera hewittii is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera hewittii is an evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be taken.

Where to Find Indigofera hewittii

Indigofera hewittii can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.

Indigofera hewittii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera hewittii?

Indigofera hewittii

What is the common name of Indigofera hewittii?

Hewitt's Indigo

What is the family of Indigofera hewittii?

Fabaceae

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