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Description
Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya is a shrub that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is an evergreen perennial with a height of up to 6 feet and a spread of up to 10 feet. The plant is native to China and Japan and is also known as Lespedeza thunbergii var. thunbergii. The shrub produces small, yellow flowers in the late summer season, which are followed by fruit pods that are covered in white hairs. The plant’s leaves are lance-shaped and have a unique texture that feels like sandpaper to the touch.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Lespedeza |
Appearance
Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya is an attractive shrub with a unique appearance. The plant has a spreading habit and can grow up to 6 feet tall and 10 feet wide. The leaves of the plant are lance-shaped and have a distinctive texture that feels like sandpaper to the touch. The leaves are dark green in color and provide a beautiful backdrop to the small, yellow flowers that bloom in late summer. The flowers are followed by fruit pods that are covered in white hairs, adding to the plant’s visual appeal.
Care Guide
Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. The following care guide will help ensure your plant thrives:Water: The plant prefers well-drained soil and does not like to be waterlogged. Water the plant deeply once a week, especially during hot summer months.Fertilization: Fertilize the plant with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring before new growth appears.Soil: The plant prefers well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. Add compost to the soil to improve drainage and soil quality.Sunlight: The plant prefers full sun to partial shade. Plant in a location that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight per day.Hardiness Zones: Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya is relatively pest and disease-free. However, the plant can be affected by spider mites, which can be treated with insecticidal soap. The plant can also be affected by root rot if planted in poorly-drained soil.
Habitat
Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya is native to China and Japan and can be found growing in mountainous regions. The plant prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a range of soil types. Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya is well-suited to growing in rock gardens, borders, and as a specimen plant.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya a deciduous or evergreen plant?
A: Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya is an evergreen plant.Q: When do the flowers of Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya bloom?
A: The flowers of Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya bloom in late summer.Q: Can Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya tolerate full sun?
A: Yes, Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya prefers full sun to partial shade.Q: What is the hardiness zone for Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya?
A: Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Related Plants
– Lespedeza bicolor- Lespedeza capitata- Lespedeza cuneata- Lespedeza liukiuensis
References
– “Lespedeza cyrtobotrya – Plant Finder.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=m980.- “Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya.” Plant Delights Nursery, www.plantdelights.com/products/lespedeza-cyrtobotrya.
