Syrian Beancaper

Zygophyllum fabago

Native to:
Afghanistan, Bulgaria, China, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Krym, Lebanon-Syria, North Caucasus, Pakistan, Palestine, Romania, Russia, Sinai, Transcaucasus, Türkiye, Turkmenistan, Ukraine

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Zygophyllaceae
Genus:
Zygophyllum
Species:
Zygophyllum fabago
USDA Symbol:
ZYFA

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Subshrub
Height:
100 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
white, yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
adapted to arid and semi-arid regions