False Indigo Amorpha fruticosa Deciduous native loose and airy shrub that often forms dense thickets; fragrant flowers. Common names include Indigo Bush, False Indigo Bush, False Indigo, Desert False Indigo Flowers: J F M A M J J A S O N DStatus: NativeOrigin: Throughout the US and parts of CanadaFamily: Pea FamilySize: 6′ – 12′Sun: Full sun to part shadeWatering: LowGrowth Rate: FastSoil: Tolerant of calcium carbonate soils, can handle moist soilsTemperature: Cold tolerantPruning:Disease and Pests:Uses: Can grow in boggy areas. Nectar plant. Provides bird nesting habitat. Host for Silver spotted skipper, Southern dogface, Gray hairstreak, Marine blue, Tortrix leaf roller moth, Pyralid mothNotes: Can become leggy. The plant is said to contain alkaloids and be poisonous to livestock Photo by idragonflylady Resources Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Spadefoot Nursery AZNPS Add a Plant Tag to Your Space! Imagine a world where every garden, school yard, and public space becomes an immersive and educational experience. A place where nature and knowledge intertwine to create stunning interpretive trails. With a simple scan using your smartphone, you’ll unlock a whole new level of information and convenience. No more searching through countless books or websites to find details about your plants. Share this:FacebookXWhatsAppPinterestRedditPrintLike this:Like Loading...
