Biserrula pelecinus subsp. leiocarpa

Biserrula pelecinus subsp. leiocarpa

Native to:
Djibouti | Eritrea | Ethiopia | Sudan-South Sudan | Tanzania

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Biserrula
Species:
Biserrula pelecinus subsp. leiocarpa

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
purple, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, beneficial insects
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Hard seed coat requires scarification for optimal germination. Seeds may have variable dormancy levels.

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