What is indigo color?

Indigo is a deep blue-violet color close to blue on the spectrum. It's historically significant as a natural dye, primarily obtained from plants of the Indigofera genus, particularly Indigofera tinctoria.

• Origin and History: The name "indigo" comes from the Greek word indikon, meaning "from India," reflecting its early trade route. The color has been used for centuries in textile dyeing, particularly in India, Japan, and Europe. Learn more about its Origin%20and%20History.

• Natural Dyes: Natural indigo dye is extracted through a fermentation process of indigo plants. This process converts indican, a glucoside naturally present in the plant, into indigotin, the blue pigment. Discover more on Natural%20Dyes.

• Synthetic Production: Today, most indigo dye is produced synthetically, replicating the chemical structure of natural indigotin. This makes the dye more accessible and consistent. Read about Synthetic%20Production.

• Uses: Indigo dye is most widely associated with dyeing denim fabric for blue jeans, but it's also used for other textiles, paints, and artistic purposes. Learn about its common Uses.

• Symbolism and Cultural Significance: Indigo can symbolize various things depending on the culture, including royalty, wisdom, justice, and sometimes mourning. Investigate Symbolism%20and%20Cultural%20Significance.