Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
congesta
ID:
192033

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 70 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191362

Common Names

  • Indigofera congesta
  • Congested Indigofera
  • Clustered Indigofera

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Synonyms

  • Anil congesta Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera congesta flamans Baker f. [unknown]

Description

Indigofera congesta (also called Congested Indigo, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Caucasus region. It has small, grey-green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera congesta is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera congesta has small, pink flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown, and flattened. The seedlings have two cotyledons, and the first true leaves are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera congesta is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Indigofera congesta

Indigofera congesta is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Indigofera congesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera congesta?

Indigofera congesta

What is the common name of Indigofera congesta?

Congested Indigo

What is the flowering period of Indigofera congesta?

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

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.