About Wiry Indigo
Wiry Indigo (Indigofera aspalathoides) is a herb belonging to the Fabaceae family (Legume/Bean family). Members of this family are generally characterised by alternate pinnate/trifoliate leaves, raceme/panicle/head flower clusters, pod/legume fruit. It is typically found in sandy wasteland and scrub forests. It is native to India. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during June-March. The species is valued in traditional medicine.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Indigofera aspalathoides
- Genus
- Indigofera
- Family
- FABACEAE
- Habit
- Herb
- Habitat
- Sandy wasteland and scrub forests
- Native to
- India
- Distribution
- India, Sri Lanka
- Flowering & fruiting
- June-March
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Local Names
- Tamil
- சிவனார் வேம்பு, அன்னெரிஞ்சான் பூண்டு, இறைவன வேம்பு
Botanical family
Fabaceae
Legume/Bean family
Wiry Indigo belongs to the Fabaceae family.
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