Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sphaerocarpa
ID:
165849

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl.5(6): 37 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165178

Common Names

  • Round-Fruited Indigofera
  • Round-Fruited False Indigo
  • Round-Fruited Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Amorpha ovalis M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Indigofera tinctoria Chapm. [deprecated]
  • Anil sphaerocarpa (A.Gray) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera sphaerocarpa (also called round-fruited 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 sphaerocarpa 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 sphaerocarpa has small, white to pink flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera sphaerocarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods require the soil to be kept moist and the plants should be given plenty of light.

Where to Find Indigofera sphaerocarpa

Indigofera sphaerocarpa is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Chiapas.

Indigofera sphaerocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera sphaerocarpa?

Indigofera sphaerocarpa

What type of plant is Indigofera sphaerocarpa?

A shrub

Where is Indigofera sphaerocarpa 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