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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates intense direct sun in dry, low-humidity climates
Watering
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; highly drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Tolerates mild frosts down to 5°C; thrives in warm, arid growing conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Trifoliate, oval leaflets with fine serrated margins; bright green
- Flower: Small yellow pea-like blooms in compact clusters; self-fertile
- Stem: Slender, prostrate or ascending stems that root at nodes
Care Guide
Watering
Water occasionally to support active growth; avoid waterlogging
Fertilization
Optional light top-dress with organic matter. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers to prevent excessive foliage growth over flowering
Eggshell powder top-dress：Crush clean, dried eggshells to fine powder; sprinkle a thin layer on soil surface to boost calcium levels without root burnPruning
- Trim spent flower heads to prevent unwanted self-seeding
- Remove dead foliage after the plant completes its annual life cycle
- Thin overcrowded patches to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ground cover for erosion control; forage for grazing livestock
