Amorpha consists of deciduous shrubs characterized by their pinnate foliage and clusters of small, single-petaled flowers that bloom in shades of deep purple or blue during the summer months.

Amorpha

Amorpha californica

Amorpha canescens is a deciduous shrub that typically grows to about 100 cm tall. It features hairy, grey-white stems and aromatic, feathery leaves that range from 6 to 15 cm in length, consisting of 10 to 20 pairs of overlapping, oval-shaped leaflets. From late summer to early autumn, it produces tall spikes adorned with small flowers that vary in color from dark violet-purple to purple-blue, complemented by orange anthers.

Amorpha canescens

Amorpha fruticosa is a robust deciduous shrub that tends to spread outwards. Its foliage consists of as many as 30 oval leaflets. The plant produces slender flower clusters, reaching lengths of up to 15 cm, adorned with deep purple blooms featuring orange anthers.

Amorpha fruticosa

Amorpha fruticosa 'Pendula'

Amorpha glabra

Amorpha herbacea

Amorpha nana is a compact deciduous shrub featuring vibrant green, finely textured leaves. Each leaf measures about 7.5 cm (3 in) in length and consists of 6 to 15 pairs of oval leaflets. In early summer, it produces clusters of purple flowers that are accented with orange and have a honey-like fragrance. This plant typically reaches dimensions of around 60 x 60 cm.

Amorpha nana

Amorpha nitens

Amorpha ouachitensis is a deciduous shrub characterized by its open, somewhat informal growth pattern. The foliage consists of grey-green leaves that measure between 15 and 20 centimeters, composed of smaller oval leaflets. In late spring to early summer, it produces clusters of spikes that range from 10 to 20 centimeters in length, featuring small flowers with purple petals accented by yellow flecks. This shrub typically reaches a height of around 2 meters and has a spread of 1.5 to 2 meters.