Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
digitata
ID:
1515015

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl.: 335 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200001726

Common Names

  • Indigofera digitata
  • Digitata Indigofera
  • Digitata

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Description

Indigofera digitata (also called Fingerleaf Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has an erect habit. The leaves are alternate, trifoliate, and up to 5 cm long. The flowers are pink to purple and the fruit is a pod. It is found in heath and dry sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera digitata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera digitata has yellow flowers with a white centre, and its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera digitata is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Indigofera digitata

Indigofera digitata is native to Africa and can be found in dry, open areas.

Indigofera digitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera digitata?

Indigofera digitata

What is the common name of Indigofera digitata?

Fingerleaf indigo

What is the family of Indigofera digitata?

Fabaceae

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

Legume Data Portal link for: Indigofera digitata L.f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.