Adenodolichos punctatus subsp. bussei

Adenodolichos punctatus subsp. bussei

Native to:
Angola | DR Congo | Malawi | Mozambique | Tanzania | Zambia

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Adenodolichos
Species:
Adenodolichos punctatus subsp. bussei

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Shrub , Shrub
Height:
300 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
purple, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Scarification or soaking in warm water for 24 hours improves germination rates. Seeds germinate readily with warmth.

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