Amorpha fruticosa is a perennial shrub commonly known as false indigo. It belongs to the pea family Fabaceae, and is native to North America. The plant has a unique feature that it has compound leaves, and its flowers are arranged into spikes. It can grow up to 15 feet tall with a spread of 15 feet. False indigo has a woody stem and a spreading habit. It's also famous for its nitrogen-fixing abilities that allow it to thrive in rocky soil, sandy soil, or any other harsh environment. Its synonyms include lead plant, indigo bush, bastard indigo, and desert false indigo. False indigo is useful in landscaping as it helps to control erosion and can be used as a screen or hedge plant.