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Retama sphaerocarpa (Retama sphaerocarpa)

Retama sphaerocarpa is a deciduous shrub native to the Mediterranean, known for its broom-like appearance and bright yellow flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.

Watering

Water moderately during the growing season, allowing soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils and tolerates poor, dry conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures, ideal for Mediterranean climates.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.

Tolerates partial shade.

Water

Water moderately during the growing season, allowing soil to dry out between waterings.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils and tolerates poor, dry conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures, ideal for Mediterranean climates.

Tolerates light frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

1-3 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Scale-like

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Boelia sphaerocarpa (L.) Webb
Genista sphaerocarpa (L.) Lam.
Lygos sphaerocarpa (L.) Heywood
Retama atlantica Pomel
Retama lutea Raf.
Spartium sphaerocarpum L.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusRetama
  • speciesRetama sphaerocarpa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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