Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hofmanniana
ID:
193460

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg30: 162 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192789



Common Names

  • Indigofera hofmanniana
  • Hofmann's Indigo
  • Hofmann's Indigo Bush


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Description

Indigofera hofmanniana (also called Hofmann's indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It grows up to 2 m tall and has small, oval leaves. Its flowers are pink or purple and it is found in dry, open grassland and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera hofmanniana is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a source of food and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Indigofera hofmanniana are small, pink and fragrant. The seed is a small, black, oblong capsule containing several small, brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera hofmanniana is a shrub native to New Zealand. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Indigofera hofmanniana

Indigofera hofmanniana is native to South Africa.

Indigofera hofmanniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera hofmanniana?

Indigofera hofmanniana

What is the common name of Indigofera hofmanniana?

Hofmann's indigo

What type of plant is Indigofera hofmanniana?

Shrub

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