Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
procumbens
ID:
195231

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl.2: 271 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194560



Common Names

  • Indigofera
  • Procumbens
  • Trailing Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera haitensis Desv. [valid]
  • Anil procumbens (L.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera procumbens (also called Trailing Indigo, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera procumbens 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 procumbens 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 procumbens is a perennial herb native to South America. 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 procumbens

Indigofera procumbens is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Indigofera procumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera procumbens?

Indigofera procumbens

What are the common names of Indigofera procumbens?

Procumbent indigo, Procumbent indigo bush

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera procumbens?

Indigofera procumbens is native to South Africa.

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