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Indigofera cassioides
Deciduous shrub
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The Indigofera cassioides plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as I. pulchella. Roxb.

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Latin Name:  Indigofera cassioides
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  DC.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  3.5   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Sal forests and hills to 2700 metres[158].



Propagation Notes:  Pre-soak the seed for 12 hours in warm water and sow February in a warm greenhouse. The germination can be variable. Prick out the seedlings when large enough to handle and overwinter the young plants in a greenhouse for the first winter, planting out in late spring or early summer after the last expected frosts[78]. Cuttings of half-ripe wood, 5 - 8cm with a heel if possible, July/August in individual pots in a frame. Good percentage[78]. Overwinter the young plants in a greenhouse for the first winter and plant out in late spring or early summer[11]. Root cuttings 3cm long in December. Good percentage[78]. Suckers. Remove them in the dormant season, preferably towards the end of winter, and plant out into their permanent positions.

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