Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
reticulata
ID:
198209

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Pl. Delavay.: 153 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197538



Common Names

  • Reticulata Indigo
  • Reticulata Indigo Bush
  • Indigo Bush


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera craibiana H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Indigofera craibiana H.Lév. [valid]

Description

Indigofera reticulata (also called Reticulate Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 10 meters tall. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are yellowish-white. It grows in open forests and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera reticulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera reticulata has small, pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are bright green with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera reticulata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and covered lightly with soil. The seedlings should be kept moist until established. Once established, the plant can be fertilized and watered regularly.

Where to Find Indigofera reticulata

Indigofera reticulata is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan and Yunnan.

Indigofera reticulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera reticulata?

Indigofera reticulata

What is the common name of Indigofera reticulata?

Netted Indigofera

Where is Indigofera reticulata native to?

The Yunnan province of China

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