Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
linnaei
ID:
188394

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ali

Source:
ildis

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not.111: 549 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187723



Common Names

  • Indigofera linnaei
  • Linnaeus's Indigo
  • Linnaeus's Pea


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera enneaphylla L. [valid]
  • Hedysarum prostratum L. [unknown]
  • Indigofera dominii H.Eichler [illegitimate]
  • Onobrychis prostrata (L.) Scop. [valid]
  • Anil prostrata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera caespitosa Wight [invalid]
  • Indigofera debilis Graham [invalid]
  • Indigofera paludosa Lepr. ex Guill. & Perr. [invalid]
  • Indigofera tenella Vahl ex DC. [invalid]
  • Indigofera enneaphylla Eckl. & Zeyh. [unknown]
  • Indigofera tsiangiana Metcalf [valid]
  • Hedysarum prostratum L. [valid]
  • Anil enneaphylla (L.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera prostrata (L.) Domin [illegitimate]

Description

Indigofera linnaei (also called Linnaeus' Indigofera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters in height. It is native to Australia, found in the understory of dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. Its leaves are narrow, oblong and pointed, with a yellowish-green tip. The flowers are yellow and pea-like, and the fruits are small, black and hairy.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera linnaei is a shrub native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera linnaei is a small yellow and red flower with five petals. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera linnaei is a shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Indigofera linnaei

Indigofera linnaei is found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Indigofera linnaei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera linnaei?

Indigofera linnaei

What is the common name of Indigofera linnaei?

Linnaeus' indigo

Where is Indigofera linnaei found?

Indigofera linnaei is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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