Silky jackbean (Canavalia sericea)

Silky jackbean

Silky jackbean, a coastal dune specialist, exhibits vigorous growth through trailing vines and silky foliage. Its distinguished broad, trifoliate leaves shimmer with a silvery hue, while delicate bell-shaped flowers add a splash of purple-pink elegance. These blooms often entice local pollinators, pivotal for the plant's reproductive success in sandy, challenging habitats.

Scientific classification

Species

Silky jackbean (Canavalia sericea)

Legumes, milkworts and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Silky jackbean

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Silky jackbean is a resilient leguminous plant with silky foliage. Pruning in early spring encourages growth, removes dead branches, and enhances air circulation. This practice fosters better flowering and seed production, benefiting from aligning with silky jackbean's growth cycle to improve vigor and reduce pests.

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