Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
leucotricha
ID:
189073

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Pritz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.15: 357 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188402



Common Names

  • White-haired Indigo
  • White-haired Indigofera
  • Indigofera leucotricha


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Description

Indigofera leucotricha (also called White-haired Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of up to 1.5 m. It has grey-green foliage and pink flowers which appear in spring and summer. It is found in open woodlands, heathlands and dry sclerophyll forests in New South Wales and Queensland.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera leucotricha is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera leucotricha has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera leucotricha is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. When propagating from cuttings, it should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Indigofera leucotricha

Indigofera leucotricha is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands in the eastern and southern parts of the country.

Indigofera leucotricha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera leucotricha?

Indigofera leucotricha

What type of plant is Indigofera leucotricha?

Shrub

Where is Indigofera leucotricha found?

Western Australia

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