Indigofera eremophila

Indigofera eremophila

Native to:
Ethiopia | Somalia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Indigofera
Species:
Indigofera eremophila

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Shrub
Height:
100 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
pink, red
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
butterflies, bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Notes:
Seeds require scarification (e.g., nicking or hot water treatment) to break physical dormancy; germination occurs within 2-4 weeks after treatment.

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