Status:
valid
Authors:
Rydb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.24: 150 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165174
Common Names
- Puebla Indigo
- Puebla Indigofera
- Indigofera pueblensis
Description
Indigofera pueblensis (also called Puebla indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown and small, oval leaves. It is native to Mexico and can be found in dry forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera pueblensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used as a food source for livestock and is known to be a good source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Indigofera pueblensis has small, white to pink flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indigofera pueblensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and regular watering.
Where to Find Indigofera pueblensis
Indigofera pueblensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Chiapas.
Indigofera pueblensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera pueblensis?
Indigofera pueblensis
What type of plant is Indigofera pueblensis?
A shrub
Where is Indigofera pueblensis found?
Southwestern United States
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