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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, sunny slopes and nutrient-poor soil
Watering
Allow soil to fully dry between waterings; drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to light frost; thrives in warm, dry Mediterranean-style climates
Characteristics
- Leaf: Trifoliate, small obovate leaflets with serrated margins; bright green, sparsely hairy to hairless
- Flower: Tiny yellow pea-like blooms in dense axillary clusters
- Stem: Prostrate, branching stems that root at nodes to form spreading mats
Care Guide
Watering
Water occasionally to maintain slight moisture during active growth
Fertilization
Apply diluted balanced organic feed once monthly. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers to prevent excessive foliage growth over flowering
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush thoroughly dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle a thin layer over soil surface, gently raking into top 1–2 cm to avoid pest attractionPruning
- Trim spent flower clusters to encourage prolonged blooming through early summer
- Thin overcrowded matting in early spring to improve air circulation and reduce disease risk
- Cut back all foliage to ground level in late autumn to prepare for winter dormancy
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Low-growing groundcover for erosion control; occasional forage for small ruminants
