Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
setosa
ID:
195910

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1912: 274 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195239



Common Names

  • Indigo
  • Indigo Bush
  • Indigo Plant


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Description

Indigofera setosa (also called African Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a woody stem, with leaves that are pinnately compound. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as savannas and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera setosa is used for its timber, which is used in furniture making and construction. It is also used as a dye, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera setosa has small, white flowers that are clustered in axillary panicles. The seed is a small, flat, oval shape with a brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera setosa is a perennial shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is usually propagated from seeds, but can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Indigofera setosa

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

Indigofera setosa FAQ

What is the common name of Indigofera setosa?

Indian Indigo

What is the scientific name of Indian Indigo?

Indigofera setosa

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera setosa?

Dry deciduous forests of India

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