Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
homblei
ID:
193490

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f. & W.Martin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles8: 151 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192819



Common Names

  • Homblei Indigo
  • Homblei Indigofera
  • Homblei False Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera homblei homblei [unknown]

Description

Indigofera homblei (also called Homble'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 homblei is used for making dyes, for medicinal purposes, and for weaving baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Indigofera homblei 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 homblei is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Indigofera homblei

Indigofera homblei is native to Australia and can be found in grasslands and shrublands.

Indigofera homblei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera homblei?

Indigofera homblei

What is the common name of Indigofera homblei?

Homble's indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera homblei?

Grasslands and scrublands

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

Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
William Martin (1886-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Martin' in the authors string.