Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
195845

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 228 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195174



Common Names

  • Indigofera Sessiliflora
  • Indigofera Sessiliflora
  • Indigofera Sessiliflora


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera tribuloides Boiss. [valid]
  • Anil tribuloides (Boiss.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Anil sessiliflora (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera sessiliflora (also called 'Sessile-flowered Indigo', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a prostrate habit and grows in dry grasslands, woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera sessiliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera sessiliflora has small, pinkish-white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera sessiliflora is a small shrub or climber that is native to Australia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a range of soils and conditions. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. Cuttings should be taken from current season's growth and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Indigofera sessiliflora

Indigofera sessiliflora is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Indigofera sessiliflora FAQ

What are the common names for Indigofera sessiliflora?

Indigofera sessiliflora is also known as the false indigo.

What is the growth habit of Indigofera sessiliflora?

Indigofera sessiliflora is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.

What is the native range of Indigofera sessiliflora?

Indigofera sessiliflora is native to Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia.

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