Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
trialata
ID:
196650

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Chev.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Bot. France8: 157 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195979



Common Names

  • Trialata Indigofera
  • Three-Leaved Indigofera
  • Three-Leaved Indigo


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Description

Indigofera trialata (also called False Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera trialata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera trialata is small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, smooth outer shell. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera trialata is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a medium that is kept moist until rooted.

Where to Find Indigofera trialata

Indigofera trialata is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and woodlands.

Indigofera trialata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera trialata?

Indigofera trialata

What is the common name of Indigofera trialata?

Trialata Indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera trialata?

Tropical and subtropical dry 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