Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
zollingeriana
ID:
174322

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind.1(1): 310 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173651

Common Names

  • Zollinger's Indigo
  • Zollinger's Indigo Plant
  • Zollinger's Indigo Shrub

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera benthamiana Hance [valid]
  • Indigofera kotoensis liukiuensis (Matsum.) Ohwi [unknown]
  • Indigofera okinawae Ohwi [valid]
  • Indigofera galegoides liukiuensis Matsum. [valid]
  • Indigofera teysmannii Miq. [valid]
  • Indigofera kotoensis Hayata [valid]
  • Anil teysmannii (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Anil zollingeriana (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Indigofera zollingeriana (also called Zollinger's Indigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It grows in sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Indigofera zollingeriana is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Indigofera zollingeriana has small, pink flowers with five petals and a long, narrow seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Indigofera zollingeriana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be pruned to keep it at a manageable size.

Where to Find Indigofera zollingeriana

Indigofera zollingeriana is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in moist deciduous forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Indigofera zollingeriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Indigofera zollingeriana?

Indigofera zollingeriana

What is the common name of Indigofera zollingeriana?

Zollinger's Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Indigofera zollingeriana?

Dry, sandy soils in the southeastern United States

What is the flower color of Indigofera zollingeriana?

Pink to purple

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