Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nephrocarpoides
ID:
194604

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Gillett

Source:
ildis

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull., Addit. Ser.1: 115 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193933



Common Names

  • Nephrocarpoides Indigo
  • Nephrocarpoides Indigo Plant
  • Indigo Plant


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Description

Indigofera nephrocarpoides (also called Kidney-fruited Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South Africa. It has pinnate leaves and pink flowers. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera nephrocarpoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera nephrocarpoides 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 nephrocarpoides is a shrub that can reach a height of up to 8 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 nephrocarpoides

Indigofera nephrocarpoides is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Gansu, Guizhou, Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Shaanxi, and Sichuan.

Indigofera nephrocarpoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera nephrocarpoides?

Indigofera nephrocarpoides

What is the common name of Indigofera nephrocarpoides?

Kidney-pod Indigofera

What type of plant is Indigofera nephrocarpoides?

Shrub

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