Agati (Sesbania grandiflora)
Sesbania grandiflora, also known as Vegetable Hummingbird, is a fast-growing tropical tree. It is valued for its large, edible flowers and leaves, thriving in warm climat
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Sunlight
Full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Watering
Regular watering, especially when young and during dry periods.
Soil
Well-draining, sandy loam to clay loam, pH 6.0-8.0
Temperature
Thrives in warm, tropical temperatures between 20-35°C. Frost sensitive.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low fertilizer needs due to nitrogen fixation. Apply balanced fertilizer sparingly if needed.
Care Requirements
Full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Regular watering, especially when young and during dry periods.
Well-draining, sandy loam to clay loam, pH 6.0-8.0
Thrives in warm, tropical temperatures between 20-35°C. Frost sensitive.
Outdoor
Low fertilizer needs due to nitrogen fixation. Apply balanced fertilizer sparingly if needed.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Vegetable, Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-15 m
Spread
1.5-5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Pinnately compound
Flower Size
7-10 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusSesbania
- speciesSesbania grandiflora
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 1/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 1/5
Edible
Yes
Edible parts (flowers, leaves, young pods) are non-toxic and widely consumed. Seeds are generally not consumed and may contain compounds that require processing or are mildly toxic if ingested in large quantities, though specific toxicity for S. grandiflo