Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tirunelvelica
ID:
205900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sanjappa

Source:
ildis

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc.79: 647 (1982 publ. 1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205229



Common Names

  • Tirunelveli Indigo
  • Indian Indigo
  • Indigo Bush


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Description

Indigofera tirunelvelica (also called Tirunelveli indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree typically growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands. Its leaves are alternate, trifoliate, and its flowers are pink or white in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera tirunelvelica has been used as a dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera tirunelvelica has small pink flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera tirunelvelica is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Indigofera tirunelvelica

Indigofera tirunelvelica can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Indigofera tirunelvelica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera tirunelvelica?

Indigofera tirunelvelica

What is the common name of Indigofera tirunelvelica?

Tirunelveli Indigo

Where is Indigofera tirunelvelica native to?

India

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