Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London17: 365 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170731
Common Names
- Hosackia Gracilis
- Slender Bird's-foot
- Slender Bird's-foot Trefoil
Synonyms
- Lotus formosissimus Greene [valid]
- Anisolotus formosissimus (Greene) Thornber [deprecated]
- Anisolotus formosissimus (Greene) M.Armstr. & Thornber [valid]
Description
Hosackia gracilis (also called Slender Hosackia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to North America. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in open woods, prairies, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Hosackia gracilis is an evergreen shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has small white flowers and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hosackia gracilis has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hosackia gracilis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the southwestern United States and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Hosackia gracilis
Hosackia gracilis is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.
Hosackia gracilis FAQ
What are the growing requirements of Hosackia gracilis?
Hosackia gracilis requires full sun to partial shade, moist to dry soil, and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.
What is the typical height of Hosackia gracilis?
Hosackia gracilis typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
What is the typical lifespan of Hosackia gracilis?
Hosackia gracilis typically has a lifespan of 5-7 years.
Species in the Hosackia genus
Hosackia rosea,
Hosackia crassifolia,
Hosackia gracilis,
Hosackia incana,
Hosackia oblongifolia,
Hosackia pinnata,
Hosackia stipularis,
Hosackia repens,
Hosackia hintoniorum,
Hosackia yollabolliensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family