Bladder-senna
Colutea istria
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Basic Information
Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae
Genus: colutea
Plant ID (slug): colutea-istria
Numeric ID: 21128
USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Colutea istria is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from May to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.
Distribution
Middle East.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Hedge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Colutea istria Bladder-senna