Indigofera Suffruticosa (Noun)
Meaning
Shrub of West Indies and South America that is a source of indigo dye.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The leaves and stems of the Indigofera suffruticosa plant are used to produce a blue dye that has been used for centuries in the textile industry.
- Indigofera suffruticosa is a shrub native to the West Indies and South America, and its leaves are the primary source of indigo dye.
- The use of Indigofera suffruticosa as a source of indigo dye dates back to pre-Columbian times in South America.
- Indigofera suffruticosa is a low-maintenance shrub that can thrive in a variety of environments, making it a popular choice for gardeners in tropical regions.
- The wood of the Indigofera suffruticosa shrub is also used in traditional medicine in some parts of the West Indies.