Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Canavalia

Species:

Canavalia plagiosperma

USDA Symbol:

CAPL16

Growth Characteristics

Height:

600 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun,Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

purple, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

moderate moisture

Notes:

native to tropical and subtropical regions

Propagation & Germination

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from scarification (nicking or hot water treatment) to break hard seed coat.