Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Crotalaria

Species:

Crotalaria stipularia

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Native Range

United States: Puerto Rico

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to open, sunny areas