Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caraganae
ID:
198574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Uchen. Zap. Imp. Kazansk. Univ.1835(4): 162 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197903

Common Names

  • Lespedeza caraganae
  • Caragana Bush-clover
  • Caragana Lespedeza

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Description

Lespedeza caraganae (also called Caragana Bush Clover, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a height of up to 1.5m. It is native to China and Japan and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lespedeza caraganae is used as a forage crop and as a soil-improving cover crop. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lespedeza caraganae has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lespedeza caraganae is a deciduous shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Lespedeza caraganae

Lespedeza caraganae is native to the United States and can be found in the eastern and southeastern parts of the country. It can be found in open woodlands, along roadsides, and in other disturbed areas.

Lespedeza caraganae FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Lespedeza caraganae?

Lespedeza caraganae prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the average height of Lespedeza caraganae?

Lespedeza caraganae typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet.

What is the average lifespan of Lespedeza caraganae?

Lespedeza caraganae typically lives for 2-3 years.

Species in the Lespedeza genus

Lespedeza capitata, Lespedeza leptostachya, Lespedeza texana, Lespedeza virginica, Lespedeza stuevei, Lespedeza angustifolia, Lespedeza hirta, Lespedeza procumbens, Lespedeza repens, Lespedeza stuevei, Lespedeza violacea, Lespedeza simulata, Lespedeza bicolor, Lespedeza cyrtobotrya, Lespedeza thunbergii, Lespedeza homoloba, Lespedeza pilosa, Lespedeza buergeri, Lespedeza tomentosa, Lespedeza cuneata, Lespedeza davidii, Lespedeza juncea, Lespedeza chinensis, Lespedeza davurica, Lespedeza maximowiczii, Lespedeza melanantha, Lespedeza hirta, Lespedeza virgata, Lespedeza macrovirgata, Lespedeza cyrtobuergeri, Lespedeza intermixta, Lespedeza kagoshimensis, Lespedeza neglecta, Lespedeza fordii, Lespedeza dunnii, Lespedeza fasciculiflora, Lespedeza forrestii, Lespedeza floribunda, Lespedeza daurica, Lespedeza caraganae, Lespedeza inschanica, Lespedeza elegans, Lespedeza bicolor, Lespedeza gerardiana, Lespedeza speciosa, Lespedeza hisauchii, Lespedeza intermixta, Lespedeza maritima, Lespedeza macrovirgata, Lespedeza miquelii,

Species in the Fabaceae family