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Indigofera decora Deciduous shrub (1 Page of 5) The Indigofera decora plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as I. incarnata. Hedysarum incanum. Thunb. 1784. - this does not relate to I. incanum. Hedysarum incarnatum. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Indigofera decora Family: Leguminosae Author: Lindl. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.5 Mature Width: 1 Habitat: River banks and old stone walls in C. and S. Japan[58].
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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