Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hendecaphylla
ID:
196113

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Collectanea2: 358 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195442

Common Names

  • Hendecaphylla Indigofera
  • Adam's Eriosema
  • Adamii Eriosema

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Description

Indigofera hendecaphylla (also called Eleven-Leaf Indigofera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa, growing in grasslands and woodlands. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are ovate, with a pointed tip. It has yellow flowers with five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera hendecaphylla is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an insect repellent and to treat skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Indigofera hendecaphylla var. hendecaphylla
Indigofera hendecaphylla var. siamensis (Hosseus) Gagnep.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera hendecaphylla is purple. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera hendecaphylla is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10 cm apart and kept moist until established. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Indigofera hendecaphylla

Indigofera hendecaphylla can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Indigofera hendecaphylla FAQ

What are the common names of Indigofera hendecaphylla?

Indigofera hendecaphylla is commonly known as Eleven-leaved Indigo

What is the growth habit of Indigofera hendecaphylla?

Indigofera hendecaphylla is a perennial shrub with a spreading growth habit

What is the native range of Indigofera hendecaphylla?

Indigofera hendecaphylla is native to South Africa

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