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Desmanthus illinoensis
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-4'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 5a-10a
Desmanthus illinoensis plant details
Desmanthus illinoensis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer green and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in gritty, lean and rocky soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Desmanthus illinoensis
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: green and white blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, cottage garden, unique
GROWING CONDITIONS for Desmanthus illinoensis
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: gritty, lean and rocky
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
1/2"-3/4" wide, white to greenish white, mimosa-like flowers sit atop short stalks that emerge from the leaf axils. The flowers are often followed by an unusual and decorative curling cluster of brown to black seedpods that are excellent for wildlife. The foliage and stems may also be browsed by wildlife and also serve as the host plant for the Northern and Southern Cloudywing Skipper butterflies. Attracts pollinators.
A cool plant for children as, like the Sensitive Plant, the foliage closes up when touched and when the plant is under stress or high light. The Illinois Bundleflower is a tough native perennial and is tolerant of most soil types excluding sharp sands and heavy clay. Drought tolerant once established. Probably best used in natural areas and native gardens.
By: Almost Eden
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How to Grow Desmanthus illinoensis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- lean
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- green
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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