Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
barberi
ID:
200944

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gamble

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1919: 222 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200273

Common Names

  • Indigofera barberi
  • Barber's Indigofera
  • Barber's False Indigo

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Description

Indigofera barberi (also called Barber's indigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia. It is commonly found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera barberi is used as a medicinal herb for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera barberi has small, pale pink flowers that are clustered in axillary racemes. Its seeds are small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings have long, slender stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera barberi is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Indigofera barberi

Indigofera barberi is native to India.

Indigofera barberi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera barberi?

Indigofera barberi

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera barberi?

Indigofera barberi is found in the dry deciduous forests of India.

What is the flowering season of Indigofera barberi?

Indigofera barberi flowers in the summer months of April to June.

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