Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
roseo-caerulea
ID:
195609

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Legum. Trop. Africa: 158 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194938

Common Names

  • Indigofera Roseo-Caerulea
  • Rose-Blue Indigo
  • Rose-Blue Pea

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Description

Indigofera roseo-caerulea (also called 'Rose-blue Indigo', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a woody rootstock and grows up to 1 m tall. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera roseo-caerulea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of blue dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera roseo-caerulea has small, purple flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera roseo-caerulea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings of about 5-7 cm in length and root them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to root.

Where to Find Indigofera roseo-caerulea

Indigofera roseo-caerulea is native to Australia, and can be found in parts of New South Wales and Queensland.

Indigofera roseo-caerulea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera roseo-caerulea?

Indigofera roseo-caerulea

What is the common name of Indigofera roseo-caerulea?

Pink-Blue Indigo

What type of plant is Indigofera roseo-caerulea?

Indigofera roseo-caerulea is an annual herb.

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