Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
swaziensis
ID:
196372

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
ildis

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Trans. S. African Philos. Soc.16: 381 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195701



Common Names

  • Swazi Indigo
  • Swazi Bush
  • Swazi Plant


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera swaziensis swaziensis [unknown]

Description

Indigofera swaziensis (also called Swazi Indigofera, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It grows in dry areas, such as rocky hillsides and dry grasslands, and has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera swaziensis is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and to control erosion on slopes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Indigofera swaziensis var. swaziensis
Indigofera swaziensis var. perplexa (N.E.Br.) J.B.Gillett

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera swaziensis has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera swaziensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a rooting medium. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Indigofera swaziensis

Indigofera swaziensis is native to Africa and can be found in Swaziland and South Africa.

Indigofera swaziensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera swaziensis?

Indigofera swaziensis

What is the common name of Indigofera swaziensis?

Swazi Indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera swaziensis?

Tropical rainforests of South America

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