Amorpha nana Dwarf indigobush (Leguminosae) Deciduous shrub

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Amorpha nana
Dwarf indigobush
Deciduous shrub
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The Amorpha nana plant species is found in Western N. America - Minnesota to the Rocky Mountains. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Dwarf indigobush. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. microphylla.

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Latin Name:  Amorpha nana
Common Name:  Dwarf indigobush
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  Nutt.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry prairies in S. Manitoba[204].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a light well-drained sandy soil in sun or light shade[200]. Fairly wind-resistant[200]. A very hardy plant, tolerating temperatures down to about -25c[200]. Plants resent root disturbance, they should be planted out into their final positions whilst small[133]. Plants are said to be immune to insect pests[200]. Flowers are produced on the current season's growth[200]. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby[200].

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