Baptisia tinctoria - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Authors:
(L.) Vent.
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wfo-0000179156
Common Names
- Yellow Wild Indigo
- Yellow False Indigo
- Yellow Baptisia
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- Baptisia tinctoria tinctoria [unknown]
Description
Baptisia tinctoria (also called wild indigo, yellow wild indigo, and rattleweed, among many other common names) is a perennial legume native to the eastern United States. It grows in a variety of habitats, including disturbed sites, woodlands, and prairies. It has a low-growing, bushy habit and produces yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Baptisia tinctoria is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a dye plant, and the leaves can be used to make a yellow dye. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, and it has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baptisia tinctoria has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baptisia tinctoria is a perennial plant native to the eastern United States. It is easy to propagate by seed, and the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be spaced at least 30 cm apart and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Baptisia tinctoria
Baptisia tinctoria can be found in the United States, primarily in the Midwest and Eastern regions.
Baptisia tinctoria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baptisia tinctoria?
Baptisia tinctoria
What type of plant is Baptisia tinctoria?
A shrub
Where is Baptisia tinctoria native to?
North America
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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Étienne Pierre Ventenat (1757-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vent.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1198899-2: Based on the initial data import