Status:
valid
Authors:
Ali
Source:
ildis
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Bot. Not.111: 574 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188862
Common Names
- Himalayan Indigo
- Indigo Plant
- Indigo Bush
Description
Indigofera himalayensis (also called Himalayan indigo, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Himalayan region. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera himalayensis is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop for livestock, and as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Indigofera himalayensis is a purple, pea-shaped flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indigofera himalayensis can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly to keep it moist. The seeds will germinate in 10-14 days. Thin the seedlings to a spacing of 15-20 cm. Fertilize the plants regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Indigofera himalayensis
Indigofera himalayensis can be found in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran.
Indigofera himalayensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera himalayensis?
Indigofera himalayensis
What is the natural habitat of Indigofera himalayensis?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
What is the flowering period of Indigofera himalayensis?
Late spring to early summer
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