American wisteria

American wisteria (Wisteria frutescens) is a native woody vine found in the southeastern United States. It is a species within the Wisteria genus, which includes twining vines known for their attractive growth and profuse flowers. While resembling cultivated Japanese wisteria, American wisteria is distinct. The genus Wisteria is part of the pea family, Fabaceae, and species are often cultivated for their beauty, though some can become invasive outside their native range. These plants typically have compound leaves and produce flowers in drooping clusters, with seeds contained in poisonous legumes.12