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(Amorpha nana)
Dwarf False Indigo (Amorpha nana)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Lima, Ohio
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 13" - 59" | 36" | Aquatic | Aquatic |
| • High Temp. | 68°F - 94°F | 85°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | -10°F - 34°F | 17°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.
Summary
Amorpha nana, commonly known as Dwarf False Indigo, is a deciduous subshrub native to the North American Great Plains, particularly found in prairies and open grasslands. It typically grows to a height of 1–3 feet (30–91 cm) and is characterized by its vibrant green pinnate leaves and clusters of small, purple, pea-like flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The flowers are highly attractive to pollinators and are followed by small, non-descript pods. Dwarf False Indigo’s compact size and showy blooms make it a popular choice for native plant gardens, rock gardens, and borders.
Dwarf False Indigo is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, rocky, or sandy soils, making it an excellent plant for xeriscaping. It requires full sun to flourish and prefers soils with good drainage. While it is low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to root rot in overly wet conditions. This plant is also used for its nitrogen-fixing properties, which can improve soil fertility.CC BY-SA 4.0
Dwarf False Indigo is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, rocky, or sandy soils, making it an excellent plant for xeriscaping. It requires full sun to flourish and prefers soils with good drainage. While it is low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to root rot in overly wet conditions. This plant is also used for its nitrogen-fixing properties, which can improve soil fertility.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Subshrub, Shrub
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Width: 1-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Purple
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low, Medium
- Drainage: Slow, Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to the Great Plains and open grasslands of North America
Other Names
Common Names: Dwarf Indigo, Dwarf Indigobush, Fragrant Indigo-Bush, Fragrant False Indigo, Dwarf Wild Indigo
Scientific Names: Amorpha nana, Amorpha microphylla, Amorpha punctata
GBIF Accepted Name: Amorpha nana Nutt.