Showy American native with blue-violet flowerspikes and majestic, upright growth habit. Used by Amerindians as a purgative, emetic, and anti-inflammatory. It is said to stimulate immune responses to infection, and is used for ear nose and throat problems, laryngitis, tonsillitis and as a wash for mouth ulcers.
Baptisia likes lime free, dry or stony soil in full sun to part shade. It may escape some gardens and can be found growing wild in rich, light woods and along streams.
Baptisia is used in spells or rituals of protection. It is said to be wise to keep a leaf in your pocket or add to an amulet for protection.
