Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
mauritanica
ID:
197327

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Thunb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap.: 133 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196656



Common Names

  • Indigofera mauritanica
  • Mauritanian Indigo
  • Mauritanian Indigofera


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera coriacea Aiton [valid]
  • Indigofera coriacea cana Harv. [unknown]
  • Indigofera coriacea major Harv. [unknown]
  • Lotus alopecuroides Burm.f. [valid]
  • Lotus mauritanicus L. [valid]
  • Ononis mauritanica (L.) L. [valid]
  • Anil mauritanica (Thunb.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera fruticosa Harv. [invalid]

Description

Indigofera mauritanica (also called 'Mauritanian Indigo', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to North Africa. It grows in dry, open woodlands and savannas. It has small, pink flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera mauritanica is used as a food source and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Indigofera mauritanica are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and round and are usually black or dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera mauritanica is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and regular watering. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Indigofera mauritanica

Indigofera mauritanica is native to North Africa and the Middle East. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and scrublands.

Indigofera mauritanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera mauritanica?

Indigofera mauritanica

What family does Indigofera mauritanica belong to?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Indigofera mauritanica?

Mauritanian indigofera

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

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.