Scorpiurus vermiculatus

Scorpiurus vermiculatus

Native to:
Albania, Algeria, Canary Is., Corse, France, Greece, Italy, Madeira, Morocco, Portugal, Sardegna, Spain, Tunisia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Scorpiurus
Species:
Scorpiurus vermiculatus
USDA Symbol:
SCVE8

Growth Characteristics

Height:
30 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
yellow
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to Mediterranean regions, prefers open, sunny habitats