Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sabulosa
ID:
184889

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.8: 474 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184218

Common Names

  • Somalian Indigo
  • Somalian Indigofera
  • Somalian Bush

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Description

Indigofera sabulosa (also called Sandy Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It has pink flowers and pinnate leaves. It grows in dry grasslands, savannas, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera sabulosa is used as a medicinal plant, for soil conservation, and as a food crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Indigofera sabulosa are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera sabulosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Indigofera sabulosa

Indigofera sabulosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Africa, and South America.

Indigofera sabulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera sabulosa?

Indigofera sabulosa

What type of plant is Indigofera sabulosa?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera sabulosa?

Deserts and dry open areas

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