Baptisia microphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nutt.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia7: 97 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209794
Common Names
- Baptisia microphylla
- Small-leaved Baptisia
- Small-leaved Wild Indigo
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- Pericaulon microphylum (Nutt.) Raf. [unknown]
- Baptisia stipulacea Ravenel [unknown]
- Baptisia microphylla axillaris Canby [valid]
- Baptisia perfoliata lobata Canby [valid]
Description
Baptisia microphylla (also called 'Small-Leaved Wild Indigo', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Americas. It has purple flowers and its fruits are pods containing up to 8 seeds. It is found in dry and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Baptisia microphylla is used as an ornamental plant and for soil conservation. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baptisia microphylla has yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are green with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baptisia microphylla is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Baptisia microphylla
Baptisia microphylla can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and Georgia.
Baptisia microphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baptisia microphylla?
Baptisia microphylla
What is the common name of Baptisia microphylla?
Small-leaved Wild Indigo
What is the habitat of Baptisia microphylla?
It is found in dry, rocky, open areas in the western 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
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:480983-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Baptisia × microphylla Nutt.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.