Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
leucoclada
ID:
197160

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.18: 267 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196489



Common Names

  • Indigofera leucoclada
  • White-spotted Indigofera
  • Leucoclada Indigofera


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera bernieri Baill. [valid]
  • Indigofera micropus Baill. [valid]
  • Anil leucoclada (Baker) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera leucoclada (also called Onobrychis leucoclada, among many other common names) is a shrub that can grow up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera leucoclada is used as a forage crop and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a soil stabilizer, erosion control, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera leucoclada has small, white-pink flowers that are arranged in small clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a wrinkled surface. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera leucoclada is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Indigofera leucoclada

Indigofera leucoclada is native to Madagascar and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.

Indigofera leucoclada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera leucoclada?

Indigofera leucoclada

What is the common name of Indigofera leucoclada?

White-branched indigo

Where is Indigofera leucoclada native to?

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