Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rhynchocarpa
ID:
195521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 92 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194850

Common Names

  • Rhynchocarp Indigo
  • Rhynchocarp
  • Rhynchocarp False Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera rhynchocarpa rhynchocarpa [unknown]
  • Indigofera gyrocarpa Baker f. [valid]
  • Indigofera flavovirens R.E.Fr. [valid]
  • Indigofera lignosa De Wild. [valid]
  • Indigofera lonchocarpifolia Baker [valid]
  • Anil rhynchocarpa (Welw. ex Baker) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera rhynchocarpa uluguruensis J.B.Gillett [unknown]

Description

Indigofera rhynchocarpa (also called Spiny Indigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has a spreading, multi-stemmed habit and pinnate leaves with small, purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera rhynchocarpa is used as a source of timber, fuel, and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a shade tree and for soil conservation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, in clusters of 2-3. Seed: small, black, flattened. Seedlings: have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera rhynchocarpa is a perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to the desired spacing. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Indigofera rhynchocarpa

Indigofera rhynchocarpa is native to South Africa.

Indigofera rhynchocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera rhynchocarpa?

Indigofera rhynchocarpa

What are the common names of Indigofera rhynchocarpa?

Beaked Indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera rhynchocarpa?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.