Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
incana
ID:
193556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap.: 132 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192885



Common Names

  • Indigofera incana
  • Hoary Indigo
  • Incana Indigofera


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Synonyms

  • Anil incana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera procumbens C.Krauss [illegitimate]

Description

Indigofera incana (also called hoary indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry open areas, scrubland, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera incana is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera incana 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 incana is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done through seeds, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours before planting. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 15 cm tall.

Where to Find Indigofera incana

Indigofera incana can be found in New Zealand, particularly in the Canterbury and Otago regions.

Indigofera incana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera incana?

Indigofera incana

What is the common name of Indigofera incana?

Hoary Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera incana?

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