Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nummulariifolia
ID:
194676

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Livera ex Alston

Source:
ildis

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
H.Trimen, Handb. Fl. Ceylon6(Suppl.): 72 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194005

Common Names

  • Indigo
  • Nummulariifolia
  • Indigo Plant

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera echinata Willd. [valid]
  • Hedysarum nummulariifolium L. [valid]
  • Hedysarum numularifolium L. [deprecated]
  • Indigofera nummularifolia (L.) Alston [unknown]
  • Hedysarum nummularifolium L. [unknown]
  • Acanthonotus echinatus (Willd.) Benth. [valid]
  • Hedysarum erinaceum Poir. [valid]
  • Hedysarum rotundifolium Vahl [valid]
  • Onobrychis cuneifolia DC. [valid]
  • Onobrychis rotundifolia Desv. [valid]
  • Anil echinata (Willd.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Anil nummulariifolia (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Hedysarum nummulariifolium styracifolium L. [valid]
  • Hedysarum styracifolium (L.) L. [illegitimate]
  • Indigofera prostrata Roxb. [illegitimate]

Description

Indigofera nummulariifolia (also called 'Coin-leaved Indigo', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera nummulariifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera nummulariifolia produces small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera nummulariifolia 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 nummulariifolia

Indigofera nummulariifolia can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Indigofera nummulariifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera nummulariifolia?

Indigofera nummulariifolia

What is the common name of Indigofera nummulariifolia?

Indian Indigo

What is the family of Indigofera nummulariifolia?

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

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Arthur Hugh Garfit Alston (1902-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alston' in the authors string.
E.J. Livera: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Livera' in the authors string.