Calicotome villosa
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Basic Information
Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae
Genus: calicotome
Plant ID (slug): calicotome-villosa
Numeric ID: 19473
USDA Hardiness: 7-10
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Physical Characteristics
Calicotome villosa is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from May to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
Europe - Mediterranean.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Hedge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Calicotome villosa
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