Baptisia fragilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Larisey
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Common Names
- Fragile wild indigo
- Slender wild indigo
- Weak wild indigo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Baptisia fragilis (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 fragilis is a low-growing, clumping perennial with attractive blue-green foliage and yellow flowers in the summer. It is an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and naturalized areas. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Baptisia fragilis is a yellow, pea-shaped inflorescence, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed of Baptisia fragilis is a flat, oblong, dark brown seed, about 1 cm long. The seedlings of Baptisia fragilis are slender, with a single pair of leaflets and a terminal leaflet. The leaves are usually green in colour.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baptisia fragilis 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 fragilis
Baptisia fragilis can be found in dry, sandy soils in the southeastern United States.
Baptisia fragilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baptisia fragilis?
Baptisia fragilis
What is the common name of Baptisia fragilis?
Fragile Baptisia
What is the family of Baptisia fragilis?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-10301: Based on the initial data import
Mary Maxine Larisey (1909-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Larisey' in the authors string.