Amorpha fruticosa

Amorpha fruticosa

Botanical Name: Amorpha fruticosa
Common Name: False indigo

Beautiful foliage and flowers. Interesting, distinctive look. Drought tolerant in partial shade. Will take water in the summer. Good for erosion control, but allow room for wandering, creeping roots.

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Plant Family: Fabaceae

Plant Type: Shrub

Height by Width: 10' H x 7' W

Growth Habit: Open branching habit

Deciduous/Evergreen: Winter deciduous

Growth Rate: Fast

Sun Exposure: Full sun to shade

Soil Preference: Well-draining

Water Requirements: Moderate to regular

Cold Hardy to: 15 degrees F

Flower Season: Summer

Flower Color: Dark purple w/orange

Endangered?: Not Listed

Distribution: Central and Southern South Coast, San Bernardino Mtns, Peninsular Range, Northern Mexico

Natural Habitat: Along streams and canyons. Elevation: below 4000'.

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