Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
verrucosa
ID:
192325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 242 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191654



Common Names

  • Verrucosa Indigo
  • Indigo Weed
  • Indigo Plant


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Synonyms

  • Indigofera setulosa Bertol. [valid]
  • Indigofera glabella Fourc. [valid]

Description

Indigofera verrucosa (also called Warty Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has pink or white flowers and is found in coastal and lowland forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera verrucosa is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera verrucosa has small, pink flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera verrucosa is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but does best in warm, humid areas. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Indigofera verrucosa

Indigofera verrucosa is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India and Sri Lanka.

Indigofera verrucosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera verrucosa?

Indigofera verrucosa

What is the common name of Indigofera verrucosa?

Warty Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera verrucosa?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

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

References

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.