Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
oxalidea
ID:
194845

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 86 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194174

Common Names

  • Oxalide Indigo
  • Indigofera oxalidea
  • Oxalide Pea

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera supralevis N.E.Br. [valid]
  • Anil oxalidea Kuntze [unknown]
  • Indigofera hendecaphylla radicans Baker [valid]

Description

Indigofera oxalidea (also called Oxalide Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It grows to a height of up to 4 meters and has small yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open areas and can tolerate drought and heat.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera oxalidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera oxalidea has small, pink flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are round and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons and short, thick stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera oxalidea is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Indigofera oxalidea

Indigofera oxalidea is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in moist deciduous forests, evergreen forests, and grasslands. It is also found in the lowlands of the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats.

Indigofera oxalidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera oxalidea?

Indigofera oxalidea

What is the common name of Indigofera oxalidea?

Oxalidea indigofera

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera oxalidea?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.