Status:
valid
Authors:
X.F.Gao & X.L.Zhao
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa222: 255 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343359
Common Names
- Indigofera pseudonigrescens
- Pseudonigrescens Indigofera
- Pseudonigrescens Plant
Description
Indigofera pseudonigrescens (also called False-black indigofera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Himalayas. It has a straight stem, ovate leaves, and white flowers. It grows in moist forests and along the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera pseudonigrescens is used as a source of timber for furniture and construction and as a source of food for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Indigofera pseudonigrescens has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and narrow, grass-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indigofera pseudonigrescens is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Indigofera pseudonigrescens
Indigofera pseudonigrescens is native to the Yunnan province of China and can be found growing in open grasslands and rocky areas.
Indigofera pseudonigrescens FAQ
What type of soil does Indigofera pseudonigrescens prefer?
Indigofera pseudonigrescens prefers moist, well-drained soils.
What type of light does Indigofera pseudonigrescens prefer?
Indigofera pseudonigrescens prefers full sun to partial shade.
How can I propagate Indigofera pseudonigrescens?
Indigofera pseudonigrescens can be propagated by division or seed.
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
Xue Li Zhao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.L.Zhao' in the authors string.