Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sarmentosa
ID:
195694

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl.: 334 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195023



Common Names

  • Indigofera
  • Sarmentosa
  • Sarmentose Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Lotus fruticosus P.J.Bergius [illegitimate]
  • Indigofera psilocarpa Schltr. [valid]
  • Lotus exstipularis Steud. [invalid]
  • Lotus filiformis P.J.Bergius [valid]
  • Ononis filiformis L. [valid]
  • Cytisus filiformis Spreng. [valid]
  • Indigofera microphylla Lam. [valid]
  • Indigofera sarmentosa microphylla (Lam.) DC. [valid]
  • Anil exstipulata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Anil sarmentosa (L.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera sarmentosa (also called 'Sarmentose 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 sarmentosa 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 sarmentosa has small, pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, brown, and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves and thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera sarmentosa 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 sarmentosa

Indigofera sarmentosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Indigofera sarmentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera sarmentosa?

Indigofera sarmentosa

What are the common names of Indigofera sarmentosa?

Sarmentose indigo, sarmentose indigo shrub

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera sarmentosa?

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