Baptisia nuttalliana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Small
Source:
ildis
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Fl. S.E. U.S.: 599 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163891
Common Names
- Nuttall's wild indigo
- Nuttall's false indigo
- Nuttall's indigo
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- Baptisia confusa Pollard & C.R.Ball [illegitimate]
- Baptisia lanceolata texana Holz. [valid]
- Baptisia nuculifera Greene [valid]
- Baptisia texana Pollard & C.R.Ball [illegitimate]
- Baptisia lanceolata uniflora Torr. & A.Gray ex Canby [valid]
Description
Baptisia nuttalliana (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 nuttalliana 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 nuttalliana is a yellow, pea-shaped inflorescence, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed of Baptisia nuttalliana is a flat, oblong, dark brown seed, about 1 cm long. The seedlings of Baptisia nuttalliana 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 nuttalliana 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 nuttalliana
Baptisia nuttalliana can be found in open woods, prairies, and glades in the eastern United States.
Baptisia nuttalliana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baptisia nuttalliana?
Baptisia nuttalliana
What is the common name of Baptisia nuttalliana?
Nuttall's Baptisia
What is the family of Baptisia nuttalliana?
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
John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Baptisia nuttalliana Small: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.