Baptisia bicolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Greenm. & Larisey
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179210
Common Names
- Bicolor Wild Indigo
- Bicolor False Indigo
- Bicolor Baptisia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Baptisia bicolor (also called bicolor wild indigo, yellow wild indigo, and rattleweed, among many other common names) is a perennial legume native to the eastern United States. It grows in a variety of habitats, including disturbed sites, woodlands, and prairies. It has a low-growing, bushy habit and produces yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Baptisia bicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baptisia bicolor has bright yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have two leaflets.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baptisia bicolor is a perennial plant native to the eastern United States. It is easy to propagate by seed, and the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be spaced at least 30 cm apart and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Baptisia bicolor
Baptisia bicolor is native to the eastern United States.
Baptisia bicolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of this plant?
Baptisia bicolor
What is the common name of this plant?
Bicolor wild indigo
What type of plant is this?
Perennial flowering plant
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-25380: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Mary Maxine Larisey (1909-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Larisey' in the authors string.