Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
thymoides
ID:
197194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.20: 126 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196523



Common Names

  • Thyme-Leaf Indigo
  • Thyme-Leaf Indigofera
  • Thymoides Indigofera


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Synonyms

  • Anil thymoides (Baker) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera thymoides (also called Onobrychis thymoides, among many other common names) is a shrub that can grow up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera thymoides is used as a forage crop and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a soil stabilizer, erosion control, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera thymoides has small, white-pink flowers that are arranged in small clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a wrinkled surface. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera thymoides is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate some shade but will produce more flowers in full sun. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Indigofera thymoides

Indigofera thymoides is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Indigofera thymoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera thymoides?

Indigofera thymoides

What is the common name of Indigofera thymoides?

Madagascar indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera thymoides?

Dry deciduous forests

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