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Calia Secundiflora (Dermatophyllum secundiflorum)

Dermatophyllum secundiflorum is a large evergreen shrub or small tree native to Mexico and the southwestern United States, known for its fragrant, pea-like flowers.

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Ideal Growing Range

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Light Feeding

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.

Water

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Ideal Growing Range

15-25 °C

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Light Feeding

Once a month during growing season.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

3-6 m

Spread

2-4 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

1-2 cm

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Synonyms
Agastianis secundiflora (Ortega) Raf.
Broussonetia secundiflora Ortega
Calia erythrosperma Terán & Berland.
Calia secundiflora (Ortega) Yakovlev
Cladrastis secundiflora (Ortega) Raf.
Dermatophyllum speciosum Scheele
Sophora secundiflora (Ortega) Lag. ex DC.
Sophora sempervirens Engelm.
Sophora speciosa (Scheele) Benth.
Virgilia secundiflora (Ortega) Cav.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusDermatophyllum
  • speciesDermatophyllum secundiflorum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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