1. A genus of North American plants of the pea family, grown for their showy spikes of blue, white, or yellow flowers.
Usage: botanical term; commonly called false indigo or wild indigo

Examples

• The baptisia in her garden bloomed with striking blue flowers every spring.
• Gardeners often plant baptisia because it is drought-tolerant and requires little maintenance.
• The white variety of baptisia creates a striking contrast against dark foliage.
• Baptisia is native to the eastern and central United States.
• She chose baptisia for her perennial border because it attracts pollinators.