Baptisia cinerea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Raf.) Fernald & B.G.Schub.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Rhodora50: 201 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163889
Common Names
- Gray wild indigo
- Hoary false indigo
- Wild indigo
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- Lasinia cinerea Raf. [valid]
Description
Baptisia cinerea (also called Wild Indigo, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of India, Africa, and the Caribbean. It is found in moist, open woodlands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Baptisia cinerea is a beautiful ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping. It has attractive blue-green foliage and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It is drought-tolerant and can be used as a groundcover or in a rock garden. It is also used in naturalized areas and can provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Baptisia cinerea is a blue-purple, pea-shaped inflorescence, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed of Baptisia cinerea is a flat, oblong, dark brown seed, about 1 cm long. The seedlings of Baptisia cinerea are slender, with a single pair of leaflets and a terminal leaflet. The leaves are usually grey-green in colour.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baptisia cinerea 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, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Baptisia cinerea
Baptisia cinerea can be found in open woods, prairies, and glades in the eastern United States.
Baptisia cinerea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baptisia cinerea?
Baptisia cinerea
What is the common name of Baptisia cinerea?
Ashen Baptisia
What is the family of Baptisia cinerea?
Fabaceae
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
Merritt Lyndon Fernald (1873-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernald' in the authors string.
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.
Bernice Giduz Schubert (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Schub.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Baptisia cinerea (Raf.) Fernald & B.G.Schub.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.