Indigofera hebepetala
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Basic Information
Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae
Genus: indigofera
Plant ID (slug): indigofera-hebepetala
Numeric ID: 21665
USDA Hardiness: 7-10
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Indigofera hebepetala is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.2 m (4ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is frost tender. It is in flower from August to September. 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 - N.W. Himalayas.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Flowers Seedpod Edible Uses: The flowers and tender fruits (probably the immature seed pods[K]) are coked as a vegetable or are pickled[272].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Indigofera hebepetala
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