Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Austrosteenisia

Species:

Austrosteenisia mollitricha

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Vine

Height:

400 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

purple, violet

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

14–60 days

Notes:

Scarification or hot water treatment recommended for hard seed coat. Seeds may benefit from soaking in warm water for 24 hours before sowing.

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