Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
superba
ID:
196355

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.H.Stirt.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bothalia14: 69 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195684

Common Names

  • Indigo Bush
  • Purple Indigo
  • Superb Indigo

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Description

Indigofera superba (also called Superb Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 5 meters in height. It has compound leaves and pink to red flowers. It is found in tropical forests, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera superba is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and to control erosion on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera superba has small, white flowers that are clustered in axillary racemes. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera superba can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a rooting medium. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Indigofera superba

Indigofera superba is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Indigofera superba FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera superba?

Indigofera superba is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

What is the growth rate of Indigofera superba?

Indigofera superba is a fast-growing plant.

What is the average size of Indigofera superba?

Indigofera superba can reach heights of up to 8 feet.

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