Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nigricans
ID:
194622

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl ex Pers.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl.2: 327 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193951



Common Names

  • Indigofera nigricans
  • Black Indigo
  • African Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Anil nigricans (Vahl ex Pers.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera elegans Schumach. & Thonn. [valid]

Description

Indigofera nigricans (also called 'Black Indigo', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera nigricans 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 nigricans is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Indigofera nigricans

Indigofera nigricans is native to parts of Africa, including Cameroon, Congo, and Nigeria.

Indigofera nigricans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera nigricans?

Indigofera nigricans

What is the common name of Indigofera nigricans?

Black Indigofera

What type of plant is Indigofera nigricans?

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

References

Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.