Amorpha fruticosa (Desert False Indigo)

Amorpha fruticosa (Desert False Indigo) purple yellow flower spikes close up

Botanical name: Amorpha fruticosa

Common name: Desert False Indigo

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: North America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 4-9?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersInvasive plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Desert Indigo is great for a butterfly garden.


Amorpha fruticosa (Desert False Indigo) close up purple flower with small yellow pollen particles attached
Amorpha fruticosa (Desert False Indigo) purple flower spikes on branches for garden landscape plant


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