Amorpha georgiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wilbur
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Rhodora56: 261 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169558
Common Names
- Georgiana Amorpha
- Georgia Amorpha
- Georgia False Indigo
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- Amorpha georgiana georgiana [unknown]
Description
Amorpha georgiana (also called Georgia Amorpha, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest. It grows in moist forests, wet forest edges, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Amorpha georgiana has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, stomachache, and skin problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Amorpha georgiana is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Amorpha georgiana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location in the spring. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 6-8 inches.
Where to Find Amorpha georgiana
Amorpha georgiana is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in dry, sandy soils, as well as in disturbed areas.
Amorpha georgiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amorpha georgiana?
Amorpha georgiana
What is the natural habitat of Amorpha georgiana?
It is found in dry, rocky areas of the Mediterranean region.
What is the growth habit of Amorpha georgiana?
It is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading crown.
Species in the Amorpha genus
Amorpha ouachitensis, Amorpha apiculata, Amorpha georgiana, Amorpha herbacea, Amorpha nitens, Amorpha schwerinii, Amorpha californica, Amorpha laevigata, Amorpha nana, Amorpha paniculata, Amorpha roemeriana, Amorpha canescens, Amorpha glabra, Amorpha glabra, Amorpha glabra, Amorpha fruticosa, Amorpha californica, Amorpha laevigata, Amorpha nana, Amorpha notha, Amorpha confusa, Amorpha crenulata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Robert Lynch Wilbur (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilbur' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Amorpha georgiana Wilbur: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.