Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
kirilowii
ID:
187314

Status:
valid

Authors:
Palib.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186643



Common Names

  • Kirilow's Indigo
  • Indigofera kirilowii
  • Kirilow's Indigofera


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Description

Indigofera kirilowii (also called Kirilow's Indigo, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to East Asia. It has small pink flowers and trifoliate leaves. It prefers dry soils and can be found in grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera kirilowii is used as a forage crop for livestock and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera kirilowii is a small, blue flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, flat seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera kirilowii is a perennial shrub native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Indigofera kirilowii

Indigofera kirilowii can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Indigofera kirilowii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera kirilowii?

Indigofera kirilowii

What is the common name of Indigofera kirilowii?

Kirilow's Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera kirilowii?

It is native to temperate Asia and is found in moist forests and grasslands.

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

Ivan Palibin (1872-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Palib.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:499518-1: Based on the initial data import