Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
barteri
ID:
191404

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch. & Dalziel

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Trop. Afr.1: 391 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190733

Common Names

  • Barteri Indigo
  • Barteri False Indigo
  • Barteri Wild Indigo

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Description

Indigofera barteri (also called Barter's Indigo, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has grey-green leaves and pink flowers. It grows in dry meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera barteri has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food coloring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Indigofera barteri is a small, white-pink pea-like flower. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and thin with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera barteri is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry, sandy soils. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering. It can be propagated from cuttings or division of the roots.

Where to Find Indigofera barteri

Indigofera barteri is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is commonly found in open grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Indigofera barteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera barteri?

Indigofera barteri

What is the common name of Indigofera barteri?

Barter's Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera barteri?

Dry grasslands, rocky slopes, 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

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.