Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
santosii
ID:
195684

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. Junta Invest. Ultramar, 2 Ser.19: 53 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195013



Common Names

  • Indigofera santosii
  • Santos Indigo
  • Brazilian Indigo


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Description

Indigofera santosii (also called 'Santos Indigo', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that is native to Brazil. It has pink flowers and grows in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera santosii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber, firewood, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera santosii 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 santosii is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures up to 40°C.

Where to Find Indigofera santosii

Indigofera santosii can be found in the dry forests of South America, particularly in Brazil.

Indigofera santosii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera santosii?

Indigofera santosii

What is the common name of Indigofera santosii?

Santos' Indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera santosii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Africa

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