Status:
valid
Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 236 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190182
Common Names
- Indigofera alpina
- Alpina Indigofera
- Alpina Indigo
Synonyms
- Indigofera stipularis Link [valid]
- Anil stipularis (Link) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Indigofera alpina (also called Alpine Indigo, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant, native to the Caucasus region and Iran. It typically grows in rocky and sandy soils, and can be found in open grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera alpina is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and for its culinary uses. Its medicinal uses include treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a food seasoning and to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Indigofera alpina are pink or purple in color and have a five-petaled corolla. The seeds are small, black, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indigofera alpina is a short-lived perennial that is best grown from seed. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10 cm apart. The plants can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Indigofera alpina
Indigofera alpina is native to the Mediterranean region.
Indigofera alpina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera alpina?
Indigofera alpina
What is the common name of Indigofera alpina?
Alpine Indigo
What is the natural habitat of Indigofera alpina?
Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes
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