Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
monostachya
ID:
194494

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 237 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193823

Common Names

  • Indigofera monostachya
  • One-spike Indigo
  • Indian Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera oroboides E.Mey. [valid]

Description

Indigofera monostachya (also called one-flowered indigo, among many other common names) is a species of legume native to South America. It is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Brazil.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera monostachya is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil cover crop, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera monostachya has yellow flowers with a single keel petal and two wings. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera monostachya is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It is also tolerant of light frosts. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Indigofera monostachya

Indigofera monostachya is native to India and can be found in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal.

Indigofera monostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera monostachya?

Indigofera monostachya

What is the common name of Indigofera monostachya?

One-spiked indigo

What is the native range of Indigofera monostachya?

India

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

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.