Dwarf Indigo Bush is a small shrub with purple flowers and pinnate leaves. It is well-adapted to dry, sandy soils and is often found in prairie habitats. The plant is valued for its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil.
Habitat
It grows in prairies and sandy soils of the central United States.
Diet
Its flowers attract bees and butterflies, which aid in pollination.
How common
Rare
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