Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
polysphaera
ID:
195117

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1895: 65 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194446



Common Names

  • Indigofera
  • Anil
  • Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera baoulensis A.Chev. [valid]
  • Indigofera dewevrei Micheli [valid]

Description

Indigofera polysphaera (also called ‘Polysphaera Indigo’, among many other common names) is a small shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It has a dense, rounded crown and a grayish-brown bark. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in savannas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera polysphaera is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera polysphaera is a deep blue color with five petals and a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera polysphaera is a fast-growing deciduous shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours before planting. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting.

Where to Find Indigofera polysphaera

Indigofera polysphaera can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Indigofera polysphaera FAQ

What is the common name of Indigofera polysphaera?

Many-Spiked Indigo

What is the growth habit of Indigofera polysphaera?

It is a small, deciduous shrub with an upright, spreading growth habit.

What is the soil type of Indigofera polysphaera?

It prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.

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