Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
176531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 3: 1226 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175860

Common Names

  • Indigofera prostrata
  • Prostrate Indigo
  • Creeping Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera trifoliata prostrata (Willd.) Kottaim. [valid]

Description

Indigofera prostrata (also called Prostrate Indigo, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with pink flowers and a slender, erect stem. It is native to South America and is found in open areas, along roadsides and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera prostrata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Indigofera prostrata flower is a small, white, five-petaled flower. Its seeds are small, black, and round. Its seedlings are small, green, and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera prostrata is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate by cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Indigofera prostrata

Indigofera prostrata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Africa, and South America. It is typically found in dry, sandy soils and is often used as a ground cover or in erosion control.

Indigofera prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera prostrata?

Indigofera prostrata

What is the common name of Indigofera prostrata?

Prostrate Indigo

What is the growth habit of Indigofera prostrata?

It is a small, prostrate shrub with a spreading habit.

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