Baptisia aberrans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Larisey) Weakley
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas12: 45 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423545
Common Names
- Baptisia aberrans
- False Indigo
- Wild Indigo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Baptisia aberrans (also called Baptisia aberrans, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in dry forests and scrublands. Its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and up to 8 cm long. Its flowers are white, and its fruits are globose, up to 1 cm in diameter.
Uses & Benefits
Baptisia aberrans is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Baptisia aberrans are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, round leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baptisia aberrans can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a wide range of soil types. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Baptisia aberrans
Baptisia aberrans can be found in the southeastern United States.
Baptisia aberrans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baptisia aberrans?
Baptisia aberrans
What is the common name of Baptisia aberrans?
Baptisia
What is the natural habitat of Baptisia aberrans?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Baptisia genus
Baptisia arachnifera, Baptisia cinerea, Baptisia fragilis, Baptisia nuttalliana, Baptisia lecontei, Baptisia lanceolata, Baptisia sphaerocarpa, Baptisia megacarpa, Baptisia perfoliata, Baptisia simplicifolia, Baptisia sulphurea, Baptisia fulva, Baptisia intermedia, Baptisia pinetorum, Baptisia alba, Baptisia tinctoria, Baptisia bicolor, Baptisia deamii, Baptisia stricta, Baptisia bushii, Baptisia albescens, Baptisia australis, Baptisia bracteata, Baptisia microphylla, Baptisia serenae, Baptisia bushii, Baptisia microphylla, Baptisia serenae, Baptisia variicolor, Baptisia sulphurea, Baptisia fulva, Baptisia bicolor, Baptisia aberrans, Baptisia alba, Baptisia tinctoria, Baptisia calycosa,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Alan Stuart Weakley (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weakley' in the authors string.
Mary Maxine Larisey (1909-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Larisey' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77191656-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Baptisia aberrans (Larisey) Weakley: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.