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Description. Indigofera is a varied genus that has shown unique characteristics making it an interesting candidate as a potential perennial crop. [clarification needed] Specifically, there is diverse variation among species with a number of unique characteristics.
- Indigofera tinctoria
Indigofera tinctoria [2], also called true indigo, is a...
- Indigo dye
Indigo dye is an organic compound with a distinctive blue...
- Indigofera tinctoria
Indigofera tinctoria [2], also called true indigo, is a species of plant from the bean family that was one of the original sources of indigo dye.
Indigo dye is an organic compound with a distinctive blue color. Indigo is a natural dye extracted from the leaves of some plants of the Indigofera genus, in particular Indigofera tinctoria.
indigo, (genus Indigofera), large genus of more than 750 species of shrubs, trees, and herbs in the pea family (Fabaceae). Some species, particularly true indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) and Natal indigo (I. arrecta), were once an important source of indigo dye.
Indigofera is a big genus of about 700 species of flowering plants. They mostly grow in tropical areas of the world. They were used to make Indigo dye. Category: Faboideae.
27 maj 2020 · Indigo is a lovely flowering plant which produces purple or pink buds. It's well-known for its use in creating a beautiful deep blue dye. You might decide to grow indigo as an ornamental plant or to create your own natural dyes.
21 sie 2012 · The vivid purple of the Pharaoh’s sail was achieved using indigo – a natural dye that can be extracted from certain plants and animals. Thanks to Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder (see box on Pliny the Elder), we even know the dyeing methods used by ancient civilisations.
