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Chinese indigo, scientifically known as Indigofera decora, is a deciduous shrub native to the south-central and southeast regions of China and Japan. Chinese indigo (Latin: Indigofera decora) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Chinese indigo is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Chinese indigo is a member native to CHC, CHS, and JAP. Chinese indigo thrives in full sun and prefers moist, light to medium soil.
Chinese indigo grows best in USDA zone 5-7, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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