Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
194354

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1814

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Agric.3: 79 (1814)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193683

Common Names

  • Indigofera microcarpa
  • Microcarpa Indigofera
  • Microcarpa Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera porrigens Mart. ex Colla [valid]
  • Dalea tephrosioides Griseb. [valid]
  • Indigofera domingensis Spreng. ex DC. [valid]
  • Indigofera sabulicola Benth. [valid]
  • Indigofera boiviniana Baill. [valid]
  • Indigofera punctata Boivin ex Baill. [invalid]
  • Indigofera richardiana Baill. [valid]
  • Anil microcarpa (Desv.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Anil sabulicola (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera microcarpa (also called Microcarpa, among many other common names) is a small shrub, usually growing up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Africa and grows in tropical rainforests. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera microcarpa is a shrub native to South America. It is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera microcarpa has small, purple flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera microcarpa is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Indigofera microcarpa

Indigofera microcarpa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, from Kenya to South Africa.

Indigofera microcarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera microcarpa?

Indigofera microcarpa

What is the common name of Indigofera microcarpa?

Microcarpous Indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera microcarpa?

Tropical rainforests

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