Amorpha ouachitensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wilbur
Source:
ildis
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Rhodora77: 394 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164252
Common Names
- Ouachitensis Amorpha
- Ouachita Amorpha
- Ouachita False Indigo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Amorpha ouachitensis (also called 'Ouachita Amorpha', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Amorpha ouachitensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of fodder for livestock and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Amorpha ouachitensis is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small black seed with a white coating. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Amorpha ouachitensis is a small shrub native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the shrub should be watered regularly and fertilized occasionally.
Where to Find Amorpha ouachitensis
Amorpha ouachitensis can be found in the southeastern United States, from Oklahoma to Virginia.
Amorpha ouachitensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amorpha ouachitensis?
Amorpha ouachitensis
What is the common name of Amorpha ouachitensis?
Amorpha
Where is Amorpha ouachitensis found?
Amorpha ouachitensis is found in Mexico and Central America.
Species in the Amorpha genus
Amorpha ouachitensis, Amorpha apiculata, Amorpha georgiana, Amorpha herbacea, Amorpha nitens, Amorpha schwerinii, Amorpha californica, Amorpha laevigata, Amorpha nana, Amorpha paniculata, Amorpha roemeriana, Amorpha canescens, Amorpha glabra, Amorpha glabra, Amorpha glabra, Amorpha fruticosa, Amorpha californica, Amorpha laevigata, Amorpha nana, Amorpha notha, Amorpha confusa, Amorpha crenulata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Robert Lynch Wilbur (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilbur' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Amorpha ouachitensis Wilbur: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.