True Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria)
True Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) is a small shrub historically cultivated for its indigo dye. It has pinnate leaves and produces pink to purple flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers sandy loam.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Fertilize lightly during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is ideal.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce in cooler months.
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers sandy loam.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal range 18-25°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilize lightly during the growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer in spring and summer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Medicinal, Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.2 m
Spread
0.6-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None in tropical climates, may be deciduous in cooler regions
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Pinnately compound
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusIndigofera
- speciesIndigofera tinctoria
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No