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Schwerin's false indigo
Scientific Name: Amorpha schwerinii
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Schwerin's False Indigo (Amorpha schwerinii)
Schwerin's False Indigo, scientifically known as Amorpha schwerinii, is a perennial shrub prized for its attractive foliage and form. It belongs to the genus Amorpha and is commonly referred to as Schwerin's false indigo.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Amorpha schwerinii C.K. Schneid.
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
- Synonyms: None explicitly stated, but related species like Amorpha fruticosa (Desert False Indigo) and Amorpha californica (California False Indigo) are often mentioned in conjunction.
- USDA Symbol: AMSC2
Distribution and Habitat
- The provided text alludes to its native status, specifically within the Fabaceae family, but doesn't give precise location data.
- It is found at elevations of 400 to 1200 feet in rock outcrop communities.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Schwerin's False Indigo is described as a medium-sized shrub.
- It typically features one or more arching, woody stems.
- The stems have sparse branches.
- The leaves are shiny, dark green, and pinnate (arranged like a feather).
- Seeds are embedded in a semi-woody cone that may persist into winter.
- It needs moist soil and does well in the understory.
Related Species
- Amorpha fruticosa (Desert False Indigo or Indigo Bush)
- Amorpha californica (California False Indigo)
- Amorpha glabra (Mountain Indigo Bush, Appalachian Indigo Bush)
- Amorpha herbacea (Clusterspike False Indigo)
- Amorpha roemeriana (Roemer's False Indigo)
Further Information
- More information can be found on Garden Guides.
- Wikipedia also contains information about Amorpha schwerinii.