Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
teixeirae
ID:
196462

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. Junta Invest. Ultramar, 2 Ser.19: 59 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195791



Common Names

  • Teixeira's Indigo
  • Teixeira's Bush
  • Teixeira's Plant


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Description

Indigofera teixeirae (also called Teixeira's Indigo, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands. It is a small shrub with pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. Its fruits are flat, oblong pods.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera teixeirae 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 teixeirae 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 teixeirae 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 teixeirae

Indigofera teixeirae is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Indigofera teixeirae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera teixeirae?

Indigofera teixeirae

What is the common name of Indigofera teixeirae?

Teixeira's Indigofera

Where is Indigofera teixeirae 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