Indigo

Indigofera pseudotinctoria

Physical Characteristics

Indigofera pseudotinctoria is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 2 m (6ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July 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 - China, Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Flowers Leaves Edible Uses: The leaves and flowers are boiled and eaten[177, 183].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known