Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
monanthoides
ID:
194482

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Gillett

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 469 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193811



Common Names

  • Indigofera monanthoides
  • Monanthoides indigo
  • Indigofera monanthoides


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Description

Indigofera monanthoides (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 monanthoides is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil cover crop, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera monanthoides 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera monanthoides 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 monanthoides

Indigofera monanthoides is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Indigofera monanthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera monanthoides?

Indigofera monanthoides

What is the common name of Indigofera monanthoides?

One-flowered indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera monanthoides?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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