Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
confusa
ID:
1287420

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wilbur) S.C.K.Straub, Sorrie & Weakley

Source:
tro

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas3: 154 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286758

Common Names

  • Confusa Amorpha
  • Amorpha Confusa
  • Confusa Amorpha Plant

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Description

Amorpha confusa (also called Confused Amorpha, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, purple flowers and pinnately-divided leaves. It is native to the United States and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Amorpha confusa is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It has a low-growing habit and produces purple flowers in the summer. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amorpha confusa has small, white flowers with yellow centers and the seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amorpha confusa is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub. It is propagated by cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a well-draining soil. Layering should be done in the spring or summer. The layered stem should be covered with soil and kept moist until it has rooted.

Where to Find Amorpha confusa

Amorpha confusa is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Puebla.

Amorpha confusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amorpha confusa?

Amorpha confusa

What is the common name of Amorpha confusa?

Confused False Indigo

What is the natural habitat of Amorpha confusa?

It is native to the US states of Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Bruce Sorrie (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sorrie' in the authors string.
Alan Stuart Weakley (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weakley' in the authors string.
Robert Lynch Wilbur (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilbur' in the authors string.
Shannon C.K. Straub: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.K.Straub' in the authors string.