Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
incompta
ID:
180521

Status:
valid

Authors:
McVaugh

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl. Novo-Galiciana5: 542 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179850

Common Names

  • Incomplete Indigofera
  • Incomplete Indigo
  • Incomplete False Indigo

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Description

Indigofera incompta (also called Rough-leaved Indigo, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has trifoliate leaves and small pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera incompta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera incompta has small, white or yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a flat, brown, kidney-shaped pod. The seedlings have two cotyledons, a pair of small, oval leaves, and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera incompta is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in temperatures between 15-25°C.

Where to Find Indigofera incompta

Indigofera incompta is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra.

Indigofera incompta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera incompta?

Indigofera incompta

What is the common name of Indigofera incompta?

Incomplete Indigo

Where can Indigofera incompta be found?

Indigofera incompta can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean

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