Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
laxeracemosa
ID:
193757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.41: 241 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193086



Common Names

  • Indigofera laxeracemosa
  • Laxeracemosa Indigofera
  • Indigofera Laxeracemosa


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Description

Indigofera laxeracemosa (also called the lax raceme indigofera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Madagascar. It grows up to 5 m in height and has elliptic to obovate leaves. It is found in humid forests, dry deciduous forests, and in the spiny desert scrub of Madagascar.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera laxeracemosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera laxeracemosa has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are short and thin with multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera laxeracemosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.

Where to Find Indigofera laxeracemosa

Indigofera laxeracemosa can be found in Madagascar.

Indigofera laxeracemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera laxeracemosa?

Indigofera laxeracemosa

What is the common name of Indigofera laxeracemosa?

Indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera laxeracemosa?

Tropical forests of Madagascar

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