Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
karkarensis
ID:
192278

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.12: 319 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191607

Common Names

  • Indigofera karkarensis
  • Karkar Indigo
  • Karkar Pea

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Description

Indigofera karkarensis (also called Karkar indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to the western parts of South Africa and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera karkarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock. It is also used as a soil cover crop to help reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera karkarensis has small, pink flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera karkarensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from young, non-flowering shoots and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Indigofera karkarensis

Indigofera karkarensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Indigofera karkarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera karkarensis?

Indigofera karkarensis

What is the common name of Indigofera karkarensis?

Karkaren Indigo

Where is Indigofera karkarensis native to?

Indigofera karkarensis is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

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