Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rostrata
ID:
195619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
ildis

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.34: 23 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194948



Common Names

  • Indigofera rostrata
  • Climbing Indigo
  • Beaked Indigo


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Description

Indigofera rostrata (also called 'Beaked Indigo', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a woody rootstock and grows up to 1 m tall. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera rostrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of blue dye.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Indigofera rostrata sub. namaachensis Schrire
Indigofera rostrata sub. rostrata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera rostrata has small, purple flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera rostrata is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer from semi-hardwood cuttings of current season's growth.

Where to Find Indigofera rostrata

Indigofera rostrata is found in Western Australia, mainly in the south-west corner of the state.

Indigofera rostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera rostrata?

Indigofera rostrata

What is the common name of Indigofera rostrata?

Beaked Indigo

What type of plant is Indigofera rostrata?

Indigofera rostrata is an annual herb.

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