Status:
valid
Authors:
V.Chauhan & A.K.Pandey
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa112: 47 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329674
Common Names
- Indigofera
- Himachalensis
- Indigofera Himachalensis
Description
Indigofera himachalensis (also called Indigofera, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It grows in moist, shady places and has small, oblong-shaped leaves and small, pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera himachalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Indigofera himachalensis has small, pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indigofera himachalensis is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Indigofera himachalensis
Indigofera himachalensis can be found in India.
Indigofera himachalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera himachalensis?
Indigofera himachalensis
What is the common name of Indigofera himachalensis?
Himachal Indigofera
What type of plant is Indigofera himachalensis?
Herbaceous plant
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
Vibna Chauhan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Chauhan' in the authors string.