Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
venusta
ID:
196843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 235 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196172

Common Names

  • Venusta Indigo
  • Indigofera Venusta
  • Indigo Bush

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Synonyms

  • Anil venusta Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera venusta (also called Beautiful Indigo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 6 meters tall. It is found in dry forests, woodlands and savannas, and is often found near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera venusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Indigofera venusta are purple and fragrant, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera venusta is a tropical shrub native to Madagascar. It is a slow-growing species, reaching heights of up to 2 meters. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 10-15 cm.

Where to Find Indigofera venusta

Indigofera venusta is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Indigofera venusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera venusta?

Indigofera venusta

What is the family of Indigofera venusta?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Indigofera venusta?

Madagascar

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

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.