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J.B.Gillett
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WFO Identifier:
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Common Names
- Indigofera ufipaensis
- Ufipaensis Indigofera
- Indigofera Ufipaensis
Description
Indigofera ufipaensis (also called Ufipa indigo, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Madagascar. It is a small shrub, typically growing up to 1 meter tall with a trunk diameter of up to 5 cm. It is found in dry deciduous forests, scrub and bushland, and along rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera ufipaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Indigofera ufipaensis has small, pink flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem and dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indigofera ufipaensis is a small shrub that is native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Indigofera ufipaensis
Indigofera ufipaensis is native to Tanzania and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.
Indigofera ufipaensis FAQ
What is the common name of Indigofera ufipaensis?
Ufipa indigo
What is the natural habitat of Indigofera ufipaensis?
Tropical rainforests
What is the growth rate of Indigofera ufipaensis?
Moderate to fast
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