Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
prieureana
ID:
195213

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guill. & Perr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Seneg. Tent.: 187 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194542



Common Names

  • Indigofera
  • Prieureana
  • Prieure's Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera komiensis Tisser. [valid]
  • Anil prieureana (Guill. & Perr.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera stenophylla ampla Sprague [unknown]
  • Indigofera stenophylla brachypoda Steud. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Indigofera stenophylla latifolia A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Indigofera prieureana (also called Prieure's Indigo, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and a spreading habit, with a maximum height of up to 1 m. It is found in dry grasslands, in areas with an average annual temperature of 15-25 °C and an average annual rainfall of 500-1,000 mm.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera prieureana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera prieureana is a pink-purple, pea-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera prieureana is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, it will spread by rhizomes.

Where to Find Indigofera prieureana

Indigofera prieureana can be found in dry, sunny places in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Indigofera prieureana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera prieureana?

Indigofera prieureana

What is the common name of Indigofera prieureana?

Prieure's Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera prieureana?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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

George Samuel Perrottet (1790-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perr.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Antoine Guillemin (1796-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guill.' in the authors string.