Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1925: 150 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196042
Common Names
- Indigofera tristoides
- Tristoid Indigofera
- Tristoid Indigo
Description
Indigofera tristoides (also called Three-Stamen 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 tristoides is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Indigofera tristoides has small, pinkish-purple flowers that appear in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown pod. The seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indigofera tristoides is a shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 meters. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they take root.
Where to Find Indigofera tristoides
Indigofera tristoides is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Indigofera tristoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera tristoides?
Indigofera tristoides
What is the common name of Indigofera tristoides?
Tristoides Indigo
What is the family of Indigofera tristoides?
Fabaceae
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