Indigofera monantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monantha
ID:
194473
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
J. Bot.41: 193 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193802
Common Names
- Monantha Indigo
- Monantha Indigo Bush
- Mollis Indigo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Indigofera monantha (also called one-flowered indigo, among many other common names) is a species of legume native to South America. It is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Brazil.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera monantha is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil cover crop, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Indigofera monantha has yellow flowers with a single keel petal and two wings. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Indigofera monantha is a perennial species of indigo native to Bolivia. It is a low-growing plant, reaching a height of about 15 cm. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained soils with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is usually grown as a cover crop or forage crop.
Where to Find Indigofera monantha
Indigofera monantha is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, and Goiás.
Indigofera monantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera monantha?
Indigofera monantha
What is the common name of Indigofera monantha?
Indigofera monantha
What is the natural habitat of Indigofera monantha?
It is found in dry, sandy areas in South America
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
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Indigofera monantha Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.