Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
psoraloides
ID:
192303

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 12, 2: 496 (1767)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191632

Common Names

  • Indigofera psoraloides
  • Psoralea-like Indigo
  • Psoralea-like Pea

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera nitida T.M.Salter [valid]
  • Indigofera trifoliata auct.non L. [illegitimate]
  • Cytisus africanus Loisel. [valid]
  • Cytisus psoraloides L. [valid]
  • Indigofera racemosa L. [valid]

Description

Indigofera psoraloides (also called Wild Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has pink or white flowers and is found in coastal and lowland forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera psoraloides is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera psoraloides has small, pink flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera psoraloides is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but does best in warm, humid areas. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Indigofera psoraloides

Indigofera psoraloides is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Indigofera psoraloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera psoraloides?

Indigofera psoraloides

What is the common name of Indigofera psoraloides?

Psoraloid Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera psoraloides?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

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