Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
secundiflora
ID:
195790

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
J.B.A.M.de Lamarck, Encycl., Suppl. 3: 148 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195119



Common Names

  • Secondary-flowered Indigofera
  • Secundiflora Indigofera
  • Indigofera Secundiflora


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Synonyms

  • Anil secundiflora (Poir.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera secundiflora (also called 'Secundiflora Indigofera', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It grows up to 1m tall and has small, glossy, dark green leaves. The flowers are pink and appear in clusters in spring and summer. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera secundiflora is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Indigofera secundiflora var. rubripilosa De Wild.
Indigofera secundiflora var. secundiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera secundiflora has pink flowers that are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have compound leaves with three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera secundiflora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or autumn.

Where to Find Indigofera secundiflora

Indigofera secundiflora is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky soils.

Indigofera secundiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera secundiflora?

Indigofera secundiflora

What is the common name of Indigofera secundiflora?

Secundiflora indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera secundiflora?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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