Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
squalida
ID:
198262

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prain

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.66: 355 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197591



Common Names

  • Indigofera squalida
  • Squalid Indigo
  • Squalida Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera polygaloides Gagnep. [illegitimate]
  • Indigofera changensis Craib [valid]
  • Indigofera oenotheroides (H.Lév.) Lauener [valid]
  • Corchorus onotheroides H.Lév. [unknown]

Description

Indigofera squalida (also called Scaly 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 squalida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics and leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera squalida 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 squalida 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 squalida

Indigofera squalida is found in the Yunnan Province of China.

Indigofera squalida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera squalida?

Indigofera squalida

What is the common name of Indigofera squalida?

Squalid Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera squalida?

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