species 1,391 observations

Nuttall's Wild Indigo

Baptisia nuttalliana

Field notes

Baptisia nuttalliana is a species of flowering plant in the legume family known by the common name Nuttall's wild indigo. It is found in the south-central United States.

Supports All

23 native animals
supported in the US

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

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
Drought tolerant: Yes
Plant type: Perennial Wildflower

From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.