Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
langlassei
ID:
168034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.24: 147 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167363

Common Names

  • Langlassei Indigo
  • Langlassei Indigofera
  • Indigo Bush

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera constricta Rydb. [illegitimate]
  • Indigofera torulosa Hook. & Arn. [illegitimate]
  • Indigofera schrirei Kottaim. & Vasud. [valid]
  • Indigofera constricta deorum McVaugh [valid]

Description

Indigofera langlassei (also called Langlasse's Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in dry, coastal forests.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera langlassei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera langlassei is a small, pink to purple flower. The seed is a small, flat, brown seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera langlassei is a tropical shrub that is propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure optimal growth.

Where to Find Indigofera langlassei

Indigofera langlassei is native to Central and South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Indigofera langlassei FAQ

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What is the family of Indigofera langlassei?

Fabaceae

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