Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
kerstingii
ID:
193641

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.45: 308 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192970

Common Names

  • Indigofera kerstingii
  • Kersting's Indigo
  • Kerstingii Indigofera

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Description

Indigofera kerstingii (also called Indigo, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall, with purple flowers. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera kerstingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera kerstingii has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera kerstingii is a shrub or small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Oceania. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Indigofera kerstingii

Indigofera kerstingii is found in the dry deciduous forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Indigofera kerstingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera kerstingii?

Indigofera kerstingii

What type of plant is Indigofera kerstingii?

A shrub

Where is Indigofera kerstingii found?

In tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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