Indigofera kelleri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kelleri
ID:
193633
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich49: 187 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192962
Common Names
- Indigofera kelleri
- Keller's Indigo
- Kelleri Indigofera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Indigofera kelleri (also called Indigo, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall, with purple flowers. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera kelleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Indigofera kelleri has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Indigofera kelleri is a shrub or small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Oceania. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Indigofera kelleri
Indigofera kelleri is found in the dry deciduous forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
Indigofera kelleri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera kelleri?
Indigofera kelleri
What type of plant is Indigofera kelleri?
A shrub
Where is Indigofera kelleri found?
In tropical and subtropical regions of the world
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.
Legume Data Portal link for: Indigofera kelleri Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.