Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
letestui
ID:
193835

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tisser.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., sér. 2, 3: 171 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193164



Common Names

  • Indigofera letestui
  • Letestu's Indigo
  • Letestu's False Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera mittuensis Baker f. [valid]

Description

Indigofera letestui (also called 'Letestu's Indigo', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has a spreading habit and is covered in small, dark green leaves. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera letestui is a shrub native to Australia, and is used for its ornamental value in landscaping. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control, and its foliage is used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera letestui is purple and has five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera letestui is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the dry regions of Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate drought.

Where to Find Indigofera letestui

Indigofera letestui is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Indigofera letestui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera letestui?

Indigofera letestui

What type of plant is Indigofera letestui?

Herb

Where is Indigofera letestui native to?

South Africa

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