Desmodium elegans

Sunhangia elegans

Native to:
Afghanistan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Sunhangia
Species:
Sunhangia elegans
USDA Symbol:
DEEL6

Growth Characteristics

Height:
10 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers undisturbed forest floors