Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nesophila
ID:
192204

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lievens & Urbatsch

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191533

Common Names

  • Indigofera nesophila
  • Nesophila Indigo
  • Nesophila Pea

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Description

Indigofera nesophila (also called Nesophila Indigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and grows in open woodlands, grasslands and scrubland. It has oval-shaped leaves and pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera nesophila is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera nesophila is a small, yellow-green, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera nesophila is a short-lived perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Indigofera nesophila

Indigofera nesophila can be found in dry grasslands, pastures, and roadsides in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Indigofera nesophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera nesophila?

Indigofera nesophila

What is the common name of Indigofera nesophila?

Fringed Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera nesophila?

It is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in the Mediterranean region

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

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-38019: Based on the initial data import
Lowell Edward Urbatsch (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urbatsch' in the authors string.
Alan W. Lievens: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lievens' in the authors string.