Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
192770

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap.: 132 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192099

Common Names

  • Indigofera filifolia
  • Indigofera
  • Filifolia

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Synonyms

  • Lebeckia aphylla Thunb. [valid]
  • Lebeckia nuda Sims [valid]
  • Spartium contaminatum W.T.Aiton [deprecated]
  • Anil filifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera aphylla Breiter [valid]
  • Indigofera juncea F.Cels ex Loisel. [valid]
  • Indigofera nuda G.Don [valid]
  • Indigofera spoliata Hoffmanns. [valid]

Description

Indigofera filifolia (also called Threadleaf Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, the Indian subcontinent, and Southeast Asia. It typically grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and dry savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera filifolia is used as an ornamental plant and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera filifolia has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera filifolia is a perennial species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India and Nepal. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation can be done by seed or by division of the clump in early spring.

Where to Find Indigofera filifolia

Indigofera filifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including the Iberian Peninsula, France, Italy, and North Africa.

Indigofera filifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera filifolia?

Indigofera filifolia

Where is Indigofera filifolia found?

Indigofera filifolia is found in India, China, and Southeast Asia.

What is the growth habit of Indigofera filifolia?

Indigofera filifolia is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height.

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