Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
delavayi
ID:
198163

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Pl. Delavay.: 154 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197492

Common Names

  • Indigofera Delavayi
  • Delavayi Indigofera
  • Indigofera Delavayi

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera daochengensis Y.Y.Fang & C.Z.Zheng [valid]

Description

Indigofera delavayi (also called Delavay's Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India. It grows in open areas, grasslands, and along roadsides. It has pinnate leaves and pinkish-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera delavayi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for fuel and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera delavayi has small, pink flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera delavayi is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Indigofera delavayi

Indigofera delavayi is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangxi and Yunnan.

Indigofera delavayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera delavayi?

Indigofera delavayi

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera delavayi?

It is found in open forests, scrub and grasslands in China.

What is the size of Indigofera delavayi?

It is a small shrub, typically growing to a height of 0.5–2 m.

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