Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin1891(2): 257 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193224
Common Names
- Indigofera longebarbata
- Indigofera hirsuta
- Indigofera oblongifolia
Synonyms
- Indigofera griquana Schltr. ex Zahlbr. [valid]
Description
Indigofera longebarbata (also called Long-bristled Indigofera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to India and is found in dry deciduous forests. It has yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera longebarbata is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, as a dye, and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Indigofera longebarbata are small, yellow, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indigofera longebarbata is a shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 meters. It is best propagated from cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a shaded area until they are established. Once established, the shrub should be kept in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Indigofera longebarbata
Indigofera longebarbata can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon.
Indigofera longebarbata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera longebarbata?
Indigofera longebarbata
What is the common name of Indigofera longebarbata?
Long-bristled Indigofera
What is the natural habitat of Indigofera longebarbata?
Dry forests and scrublands
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