Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
phymatodea
ID:
192301

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.12: 323 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191630



Common Names

  • Indigofera phymatodea
  • Vein-like Indigo
  • Vein-like Pea


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Description

Indigofera phymatodea (also called False Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has pink or white flowers and is found in coastal and lowland forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera phymatodea is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera phymatodea has small, pink flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera phymatodea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from young, non-flowering shoots and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Indigofera phymatodea

Indigofera phymatodea is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Indigofera phymatodea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera phymatodea?

Indigofera phymatodea

What is the common name of Indigofera phymatodea?

Fleshy-leaved Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera phymatodea?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

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