Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
kirkii
ID:
193650

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl.15: t. 1416 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192979

Common Names

  • Indigofera kirkii
  • Kirk's Indigo
  • Kirki's Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera smithioides R.Vig. [valid]
  • Indigofera preladoi Harms [valid]

Description

Indigofera kirkii (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 kirkii 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 kirkii has pink, pea-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera kirkii 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 kirkii

Indigofera kirkii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Indigofera kirkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera kirkii?

Indigofera kirkii

What is the common name of Indigofera kirkii?

Kirk's Indigo

Where is Indigofera kirkii found?

Tanzania

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

References