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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Thrives in partial sun to full sun; tolerates light shade in hot tropical climates
Watering
Water deeply when top 2 cm of soil is dry; drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Prefers warm temperate to tropical temperatures; avoid frost exposure below 10°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Trifoliate, oval leaflets with smooth margins; glossy medium green
- Flower: Bright yellow, pea-like blooms held close to foliage
- Stem: Prostrate, trailing stems that root at nodes to form continuous mats
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth periods
Fertilization
Diluted legume-specific feed once monthly. Minimal fertilization needed due to nitrogen-fixing root nodules
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly over soil surface and gently work into top 1 cm of soil to avoid pest attractionPruning
- Trim overgrown mats to maintain desired garden edge shape
- Remove dead foliage and spent blooms to improve airflow
- Cut back 1/3 of growth after flowering to encourage dense new growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic; no known adverse effects from ingestion
Humans: Non-toxic; edible foliage and seeds for human consumption in limited amounts
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ground cover, livestock forage, soil nitrogen fixation to improve garden soil health
