Blue wild indigo (Baptisia australis)
Blue wild indigo, also known as Indigo weed, Horsefly weed
Blue False Indigo, scientifically known as Baptisia australis, is a native wildflower of the Eastern United States. It produces striking blue-purple, pea-like flowers during the spring. Interestingly, its plant juice can be used to create a purple dye in the absence of true indigo.
Key Facts About Blue wild indigo
Attributes of Blue wild indigo
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
1 m to 1.5 m
Spread
60 cm to 1 m
Leaf Color
Green Blue Gray Silver
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Blue Purple
Scientific Classification of Blue wild indigo
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Legumes, milkworts and allies
Family
Legume
Genus
False Indigo
Species
Blue wild indigo
Toxicity
Golden pothos contains a chemical called calcium oxalate, which is mildly toxic to humans if ingested or if the skin comes into significant physical contact with its sap. Chewing the leaves or stems of this plant causes intense irritation of the mouth, tongue, and lips.