Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
inhambanensis
ID:
193574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
ildis

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
W.C.H.Peters, Naturw. Reise Mossambique6(1): 48 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192903



Common Names

  • Indigofera inhambanensis
  • Inhambanensis Indigo
  • Inhambanensis Indigofera


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera polycarpa Benth. ex Harv. [illegitimate]
  • Anil inhambanensis (Klotzsch) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Anil polycarpa Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera inhambanensis (also called 'Inhambane Indigo', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to Mozambique and is found in open woodlands and along watercourses.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera inhambanensis has small, pink-purple flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera inhambanensis 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 inhambanensis

Indigofera inhambanensis is native to Mozambique and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Indigofera inhambanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera inhambanensis?

Indigofera inhambanensis

What is the common name of Indigofera inhambanensis?

Inhambanensis indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera inhambanensis?

It is native to Mozambique.

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