Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sticta
ID:
198222

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
ildis

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh8: 61 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197551



Common Names

  • Sticta Indigo
  • Sticta Indigo Bush
  • Indigo Bush


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Description

Indigofera sticta (also called Sticky 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 sticta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera sticta has small, yellow 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 sticta is a perennial shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is best done in late summer or early fall. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a rooting medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual containers or into the garden.

Where to Find Indigofera sticta

Indigofera sticta is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.

Indigofera sticta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera sticta?

Indigofera sticta

What is the common name of Indigofera sticta?

Stict Indigofera

Where is Indigofera sticta native to?

The Yunnan province of China

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