Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
mooneyi
ID:
194505

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.2: 42 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193834



Common Names

  • Indigofera mooneyi
  • Mooneyi indigo
  • Indigofera mooneyi


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Description

Indigofera mooneyi (also called Mooney's 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 mooneyi is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil cover crop, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera mooneyi is small and yellow. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened legume. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera mooneyi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Indigofera mooneyi

Indigofera mooneyi is native to India and can be found in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal.

Indigofera mooneyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera mooneyi?

Indigofera mooneyi

What is the common name of Indigofera mooneyi?

Mooney's indigo

What is the native range of Indigofera mooneyi?

India

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