Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pauciflora
ID:
194975

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 244 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194304

Common Names

  • Indigofera pauciflora
  • Few-flowered Indigofera
  • Indigofera

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera elliptica E.Mey. [illegitimate]
  • Anil elliptica Kuntze [unknown]
  • Anil pauciflora (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera pauciflora (also called Pauciflora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to Central and West Africa and is found in moist savannas and along riverbanks. It has trifoliate leaves and small, pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera pauciflora is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used for its wood, which is used for making furniture and tools.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera pauciflora has small, purple flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera pauciflora can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. Both methods of propagation require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Indigofera pauciflora

Indigofera pauciflora 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 pauciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera pauciflora?

Indigofera pauciflora

What is the common name of Indigofera pauciflora?

Few-flowered Indigo

Where is Indigofera pauciflora found?

Mexico and Central 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

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.