Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Desmanthus

Species:

Desmanthus brevipes

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies, birds

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from scarification (nicking or hot water) followed by cold stratification for 30-60 days.

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