species 148 observations

Spiked Wild Indigo

Baptisia albescens

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23 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Wild Indigo Duskywing, Orange Sulphur, Clouded Sulphur, Genista Broom Moth 11
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Brown-belted Bumble Bee, Black-and-gold Bumble Bee, Golden Northern Bumble Bee, American Bumble Bee 12

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Herbaceous plants
Light: Full sun Part shade
Moisture: Dry Well drained
Soil: Sand Loam Clay
Soil pH: Acid Neutral
Drought tolerant: Yes
Deer resistant: Yes
Resists: Diseases Dry soil Erosion Insect pests Poor soil
Habit: Dense Erect
Plant type: Perennial Herbaceous perennial Poisonous

From NC State Extension and USDA PLANTS.