Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
parviflorum
ID:
192298

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.Heyne ex Wight & Arn.) Schrire

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bothalia22: 168 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191627

Common Names

  • Indigastrum parviflorum
  • Small-Flowered Indigo
  • Small-Flowered Indigastrum

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera parviflora Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Anila parviflora (Wight & Arn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera parviflora B.Heyne ex Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Anil parviflora (B.Heyne ex Wight & Arn.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigastrum parviflorum (also called Small-flowered indigastrum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to the western parts of South Africa and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigastrum parviflorum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Indigastrum parviflorum sub. parviflorum
Indigastrum parviflorum var. crispidulum (J.B.Gillett) Schrire
Indigastrum parviflorum sub. occidentale (J.B.Gillett) Schrire

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigastrum parviflorum 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

Indigastrum parviflorum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from young, non-flowering shoots and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Indigastrum parviflorum

Indigastrum parviflorum is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist, shady places in forests and along streams.

Indigastrum parviflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigastrum parviflorum?

Indigastrum parviflorum

What is the common name of Indigastrum parviflorum?

Small-flowered Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigastrum parviflorum?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Benjamin Heyne (1770-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Heyne' in the authors string.
Brian David Schrire (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrire' in the authors string.