Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
peltieri
ID:
197177

Status:
valid

Authors:
Du Puy & Labat

Source:
ildis

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Novon4: 265 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196506

Common Names

  • Indigofera
  • Peltier's Indigo
  • Peltier's False Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera tulearensis M.Peltier [illegitimate]

Description

Indigofera peltieri (also called Onobrychis peltieri, among many other common names) is a shrub that can grow up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera peltieri is used as a forage crop and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a soil stabilizer, erosion control, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera peltieri has small, white-pink flowers that are arranged in small clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a wrinkled surface. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera peltieri is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Indigofera peltieri

Indigofera peltieri is native to the dry forests of Madagascar.

Indigofera peltieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera peltieri?

Indigofera peltieri

What is the common name of Indigofera peltieri?

Madagascar indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera peltieri?

Dry deciduous forests

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

David J. Du Puy (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Du Puy' in the authors string.
Jean-Noël Labat (1959-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labat' in the authors string.