Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | True Indigo |
| Scientific Name | Indigofera tinctoria |
| Main Color | Pink |
| Plant Type |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Month Found | Sep |
| Image | Indigofera-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Abbotsbury |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
True Indigo is a shrub that typically grows to a height of 1-2 metres. It has pinnate leaves and produces small pink or violet flowers. The plant is well-known for its use in producing a deep blue dye.
Distribution
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Africa, and has been widely cultivated in other areas for its dye.
Medicinal/Other Uses
✅ True Indigo has been used traditionally in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Edibility
Inedible - the plant is primarily used for dye production and not for consumption.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Mildly Toxic - ingestion of the plant can cause nausea and vomiting.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion may lead to gastrointestinal upset.
Active Compounds
Indican, indirubin, isatin.