Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perfoliata
ID:
179453

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) R.Br.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
W.T.Aiton, Hortus Kew.3: 5 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178782



Common Names

  • Perfoliate Baptisia
  • Perfoliate Wild Indigo
  • Perfoliate False Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Rafnia perfoliata (L.) Willd. [valid]
  • Sophora perfoliata Walter [valid]
  • Pericaulon cordatum Raf. [valid]
  • Pericaulon perfoliatum (L.) Raf. [valid]
  • Crotalaria perfoliata L. [valid]
  • Podalyria perfoliata (L.) Michx. [valid]

Description

Baptisia perfoliata (also called Perfoliate Baptisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the southeastern United States. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in sunny, dry areas such as roadsides, fields, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Baptisia perfoliata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baptisia perfoliata has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baptisia perfoliata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Baptisia perfoliata

Baptisia perfoliata is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Louisiana.

Baptisia perfoliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baptisia perfoliata?

Baptisia perfoliata

What is the common name of Baptisia perfoliata?

Perfoliata Baptisia

What type of plant is Baptisia perfoliata?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
William Townsend Aiton (1766-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Aiton' in the authors string.