Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
natalensis
ID:
194592

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
ildis

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.34: 23 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193921

Common Names

  • Natal indigo bush
  • Indigofera natalensis
  • Indigo bush shrub

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Description

Indigofera natalensis (also called Natal Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South Africa. It has pinnate leaves and pink flowers. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera natalensis is used as an ornamental plant, for fodder, and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera natalensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a short, cylindrical seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera natalensis is a shrub that can reach a height of up to 8 feet. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Indigofera natalensis

Indigofera natalensis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Indigofera natalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera natalensis?

Indigofera natalensis

What is the common name of Indigofera natalensis?

Natal Indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera natalensis?

It is found in dry forest and scrub in the Andes of Peru

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