Indigofera longicauda - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longicauda
ID:
200936
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thuan
Source:
ildis
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Fl. Camb., Laos & Vietn.23: 78 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200265
Common Names
- Indigofera longicauda
- Long-tailed Indigofera
- Long-tailed False Indigo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Indigofera longicauda (also called long-tailed indigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia. It is commonly found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera longicauda is used as a medicinal herb for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Indigofera longicauda is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Indigofera longicauda is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or layering.
Where to Find Indigofera longicauda
Indigofera longicauda is native to India.
Indigofera longicauda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera longicauda?
Indigofera longicauda
What is the natural habitat of Indigofera longicauda?
Indigofera longicauda is found in the dry deciduous forests of India.
What is the flowering season of Indigofera longicauda?
Indigofera longicauda flowers in the summer months of April to June.
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
Nguyen Van Thuan (d.1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thuan' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Indigofera longicauda Thuan: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.