Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nigritana
ID:
194629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
W.J.Hooker, Niger Fl.: 294 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193958



Common Names

  • Nigritana indigo bush
  • Indigofera nigritana
  • Indigo bush shrub


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Synonyms

  • Anil nigritana (Hook.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera oligantha Harms ex Baker f. [valid]

Description

Indigofera nigritana (also called 'Nigritana 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 nigritana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Where to Find Indigofera nigritana

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

Indigofera nigritana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera nigritana?

Indigofera nigritana

What is the common name of Indigofera nigritana?

Nigritana Indigofera

What type of plant is Indigofera nigritana?

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