Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 225 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192288
Common Names
- Indigofera galegoides
- Galegoides Indigo
- Galegoides Indigofera
Synonyms
- Indigofera uncinata Roxb. [valid]
- Indigofera mansuensis Hayata [valid]
- Indigofera finlaysoniana Ridl. [valid]
- Anil galegoides (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Indigofera uncinata minor Ewart & L.R.Kerr [valid]
Description
Indigofera galegoides (also called Galegoides Indigofera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in dry, open areas such as prairies and meadows. It has a long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow or white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera galegoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Indigofera galegoides has pinkish-purple flowers that are clustered in a raceme. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indigofera galegoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Indigofera galegoides
Indigofera galegoides is native to Australia and can be found in the arid regions of Western Australia.
Indigofera galegoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera galegoides?
Indigofera galegoides
What is the common name of Indigofera galegoides?
Galegoides indigo
Where is Indigofera galegoides native to?
Western Australia
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