Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
trita
ID:
196722

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl.: 335 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196051

Common Names

  • Indigofera trita
  • Trit Indigofera
  • Trit Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera trifoliata timorensis (DC.) Miq. [unknown]
  • Anil trita Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera trita (also called Three-Stamen Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera trita is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Indigofera trita var. trita
Indigofera trita var. maffei (Chiov.) Ali
Indigofera trita var. marginulata (Graham ex Wight & Arn.) Sanjappa
Indigofera trita var. purandharensis Sanjappa
Indigofera trita var. maffeii (Chiov.) Ali

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera trita has small, pinkish-purple flowers that appear in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown pod. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera trita is a shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 meters. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they take root.

Where to Find Indigofera trita

Indigofera trita is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and woodlands.

Indigofera trita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera trita?

Indigofera trita

What is the common name of Indigofera trita?

Trita Indigo

What is the family of Indigofera trita?

Fabaceae

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