Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rothii
ID:
195630

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 77 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194959



Common Names

  • Indigofera
  • Rothii
  • Roth's Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Anil rothii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera rothii (also called Roth's Indigofera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera rothii has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, black and kidney-shaped. The seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera rothii 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 rothii

Indigofera rothii is native to South America, and can be found in parts of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Indigofera rothii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera rothii?

Indigofera rothii

What are the common names of Indigofera rothii?

Roth's indigo, Roth's indigo bush

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera rothii?

Dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and grasslands

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