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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates frequent mowing in lawn settings
Watering
Water deeply during prolonged dry spells; tolerates moderate drought once established
Temperature
Cold hardy to -15°C; withstands summer heat up to 30°C; enters dormancy in severe winter conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Trifoliate, small oval leaflets with faint white chevron markings
- Flower: Dense spherical yellow flower heads, 3–6 mm in diameter
- Stem: Slender, creeping or ascending stems that root at leaf nodes
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist during active growth; rely on natural rainfall where possible
Fertilization
No regular fertilization needed; high-nitrogen feeds may suppress growth. Nitrogen-fixing nodules on roots naturally improve soil fertility over time
Banana peel compost tea：Use fully composted banana peels steeped in water; dilute 1:20 for root drench to support flowering and root healthPruning
- Mow regularly at 5–7 cm height if grown as a lawn companion to prevent seeding
- Trim back overgrown mats in late autumn to maintain a neat ground cover
- Remove excess growth to reduce competition with desired lawn grasses or garden plants
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no reported toxic reactions
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse health effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Nitrogen-fixing cover crop, low-growing lawn ground cover, forage for grazing livestock
