Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
humifusa
ID:
193525

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 244 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192854



Common Names

  • Indigofera humifusa
  • Creeping Indigo
  • Humifusa Indigofera


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Synonyms

  • Anil humifusa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera calva E.Mey. [valid]

Description

Indigofera humifusa (also called creeping indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to North America and is found in dry open areas, scrubland, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera humifusa is used for making dyes, for medicinal purposes, and for weaving baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera humifusa has small yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera humifusa is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained medium. Layering can be done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be kept in place until it has rooted.

Where to Find Indigofera humifusa

Indigofera humifusa is native to North America and can be found in dry, open areas.

Indigofera humifusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera humifusa?

Indigofera humifusa

What is the common name of Indigofera humifusa?

Ground Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera humifusa?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils

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

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.