Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
taruffiana
ID:
196441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. Junta Invest. Ultramar, 2 Ser.19: 60 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195770



Common Names

  • Taruff's Indigo
  • Taruff's Bush
  • Taruff's Plant


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Description

Indigofera taruffiana (also called Taruff indigo, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Madagascar. It has a spreading crown and a short trunk, and its leaves are pinnate. It grows in dry deciduous forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera taruffiana is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera taruffiana has small, pinkish-white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and about 1 mm long. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera taruffiana is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Indigofera taruffiana

Indigofera taruffiana is found in Madagascar.

Indigofera taruffiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera taruffiana?

Indigofera taruffiana

What is the common name of Indigofera taruffiana?

Taruff's Indigofera

Where is Indigofera taruffiana native to?

Madagascar

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