Zornia apiculata
Zornia apiculata
Zornia apiculata is a fast-growing tropical legume native to East Africa that performs best in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. It fixes atmospheric nitrogen, making it valuable as a ground cover or forage plant in warm-climate gardens. It is rarely available in mainstream nurseries and is best sourced from specialist tropical plant or grassland restoration suppliers.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
6″ – 18″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Thoroughly And Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
5.6 – 7.5
Temperature
55° – 100°F
Mature Spread
up to 48″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — CC-BY-SA
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.