Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
coronilloides
ID:
165816

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Martens & Galeotti

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Roy. Sci. Bruxelles10(1): 45 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165145

Common Names

  • Crown-leaved Indigofera
  • Crown Indigofera
  • Indigofera coronilloides

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Description

Indigofera coronilloides (also called crown-leaved indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown and small, oval leaves. It is native to Mexico and can be found in dry forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera coronilloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera coronilloides is small, pink and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera coronilloides is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Indigofera coronilloides

Indigofera coronilloides is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in dry, open woodlands and scrublands at elevations of up to 2,000 m (6,600 ft). It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Indigofera coronilloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera coronilloides?

Indigofera coronilloides

What is the common name of Indigofera coronilloides?

Coronilloides Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera coronilloides?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America

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

Martin Martens (1797-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Martens' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:499187-1: Based on the initial data import