Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nambalensis
ID:
194586

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
O.Warburg (ed.), Kunene-Sambesi Exped.: 258 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193915



Common Names

  • Nambal indigo bush
  • Indigofera nambalensis
  • Indigo bush shrub


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera latipinna I.M.Johnst. [valid]
  • Indigofera rhynchocarpa latipinna (I.M.Johnst.) J.B.Gillett [valid]

Description

Indigofera nambalensis (also called Nambal Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India. It has pinnate leaves and pink flowers. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera nambalensis is used as an ornamental plant, for fodder, and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera nambalensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a short, cylindrical seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera nambalensis is a shrub that can reach a height of up to 12 feet. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Indigofera nambalensis

Indigofera nambalensis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Indigofera nambalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera nambalensis?

Indigofera nambalensis

What is the common name of Indigofera nambalensis?

Nambal Indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera nambalensis?

It is found in dry forest and scrub in the Andes of Peru

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