Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Hippocrepis

Species:

Hippocrepis comosa

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

may, jul

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Pennsylvania

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

dry, calcareous, well-drained soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

often found on limestone or chalk grasslands