Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
arrecta
ID:
191104

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst. ex A.Rich.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss.1: 184 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190433

Common Names

  • Arrecta Indigo
  • Arrecta Indigofera
  • Arrecta False Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera madagascariensis Schrank ex Colla [valid]
  • Indigofera umbonata Welw. ex Baker [valid]
  • Indigofera scopa De Wild. & T.Durand [valid]
  • Indigofera arecta A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Anil arrecta Kuntze [unknown]
  • Anil umbonata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera kisantuensis De Wild. & T.Durand [valid]
  • Indigofera tinctoria arrecta (Hochst. ex A.Rich.) Berhaut [valid]
  • Anil madagascariensis (Schrank ex Colla) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera arrecta (also called Upright Indigo, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in sunny, dry areas and can reach up to 40 cm in height. The leaves are alternate, pinnate with 7-9 leaflets, and the flowers are white or pinkish in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera arrecta is used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used to boost the immune system and improve overall health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera arrecta is a small, white to pinkish-purple, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, with a white to grayish-green stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera arrecta is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Indigofera arrecta

Indigofera arrecta is found in the western United States, from California to Oregon and east to Nevada.

Indigofera arrecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera arrecta?

Indigofera arrecta

What is the common name of Indigofera arrecta?

Upright Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera arrecta?

Sandy soils, 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

References

Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.