Baptisia deamii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Larisey
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Common Names
- Deam's Wild Indigo
- Deam's False Indigo
- Deam's Baptisia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Baptisia deamii (also called Deam's 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 deamii is used for its medicinal properties, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baptisia deamii 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 deamii 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 deamii
Baptisia deamii is native to the eastern United States.
Baptisia deamii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baptisia deamii?
Baptisia deamii
What are the common names of Baptisia deamii?
Deam's wild indigo, Deam's false indigo
Where is Baptisia deamii native to?
Eastern United States
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-25381: Based on the initial data import
Mary Maxine Larisey (1909-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Larisey' in the authors string.