Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sokotrana
ID:
195964

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vierh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z.54: 32 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195293

Common Names

  • Sokotrana
  • Indigofera
  • Socotran

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Description

Indigofera sokotrana (also called Sokotra Indigo, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in dry forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera sokotrana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Indigofera sokotrana is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera sokotrana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 m. It is propagated by seed and can be grown from cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Indigofera sokotrana

Indigofera sokotrana is found in the Arabian Peninsula and parts of the Middle East.

Indigofera sokotrana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera sokotrana?

Indigofera sokotrana

What is the common name of Indigofera sokotrana?

Sokotra Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera sokotrana?

It is found in dry, rocky areas of the Arabian Peninsula.

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