Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pulchra
ID:
195363

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 3: 1239 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194692



Common Names

  • Beautiful Indigo
  • Pretty Indigo
  • Handsome Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera dupuisii Micheli [valid]
  • Anil rufescens (Poir.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera dosycnium Fenzl [valid]
  • Indigofera pulchra andongensis Hiern [unknown]
  • Indigofera rufescens Poir. [unknown]

Description

Indigofera pulchra (also called Pretty Indigo, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera pulchra is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as a cover crop to reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility. It is also used as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility and increase crop yields.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera pulchra has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera pulchra is a tropical and subtropical legume that is grown for its edible seeds. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be planted in the spring. The seeds should be planted 1-2 inches deep and spaced 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Indigofera pulchra

Indigofera pulchra is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Indigofera pulchra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera pulchra?

Indigofera pulchra

What is the common name of Indigofera pulchra?

Purple Indigo

What type of plant is Indigofera pulchra?

Shrub

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