Bundleflowers (Desmanthus)

Bundleflowers

Members of the pea family, bundleflowers are so-called because they used to be given as food to donkeys. In many places, these plants are still seen as important fodder; rich in nutrients and nitrogen-fixing (meaning they add nitrogen to the soil), they are common additions to pasture land. Bundleflowers are also sometimes called "bundleflowers" - as you might expect, their small but colorful flowers grow in tight bundles.

Scientific classification

Genus

Bundleflowers (Desmanthus)

Family

Legume

Order

Legumes, milkworts and allies

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Deciduous

Leaf type

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Species

Illinois Bundleflower Wild tantan Velvet bundle-flower Two-horn bundleflower Pigeon bundleflower Slenderlobe bundleflower Wild tantan

Care Guide for Bundleflowers

Every week

Water

Water: Bundleflowers thrives in regular rainfall, requiring weekly watering to maintain consistent moisture. It prefers not to be waterlogged. As an outdoor plant in temperate regions, mulching is beneficial for retaining soil moisture during dry spells and improving drought resilience.

Propagation: Primary propagation of bundleflowers is through seeds that may need scarification for better germination. It thrives in full sun, moderate temperatures, and alkaline, well-drained soil. Propagation involves scarifying seeds, suitable sowing, maintaining temperature and moisture, and transplanting sturdy seedlings.

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