Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
scabrida
ID:
198251

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.35: 487 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197580



Common Names

  • Indigofera scabrida
  • Scabrid Indigo
  • Scabrid Bush


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera smithiana E.Peter [valid]
  • Indigofera scabrida alba H.F.Comber [unknown]

Description

Indigofera scabrida (also called Scabrid Indigo, among many other common names) is a small shrub or subshrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows up to 1.5 m in height and has trifoliate leaves. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera scabrida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics and leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera scabrida 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 scabrida 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 scabrida

Indigofera scabrida can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Indigofera scabrida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera scabrida?

Indigofera scabrida

What is the common name of Indigofera scabrida?

Scabrid Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera scabrida?

It is native to China and is found in dry, open forests 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