Indigofera cassioides

Physical Characteristics

Indigofera cassioides is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3.5 m (11ft 6in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Himalayas.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Flowers Edible Uses: The flowers are occasionally eaten as a vegetable[177, 183].

Medicinal Uses

Pectoral A decoction of the roots is used in the treatment of coughs[240]. The root is dried, ground into a powder and applied externally in the treatment of pains in the chest[240].

Known Hazards

None known