Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
heudelotii
ID:
193319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 85 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192648

Common Names

  • Indigofera heudelotii
  • Indigofera Heudelotii
  • Heudelotii Indigofera

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Synonyms

  • Anil heudelotii (Benth. ex Baker) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera heudelotii (also called Heudelot's Indigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and pink flowers with a yellow center. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions, in open to semi-shaded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera heudelotii is used as a dye for fabrics, as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Indigofera heudelotii var. heudelotii
Indigofera heudelotii var. fairchildii (Baker f.) J.B.Gillett

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera heudelotii is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera heudelotii is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay. It prefers full sun or partial shade and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in late summer or autumn and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Indigofera heudelotii

Indigofera heudelotii can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.

Indigofera heudelotii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera heudelotii?

Indigofera heudelotii

What is the common name of Indigofera heudelotii?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera heudelotii?

It is native to tropical rainforests in South America

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.