Caragana brevispina (Leguminosae) Deciduous shrub

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Caragana brevispina
Deciduous shrub
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The Caragana brevispina plant species is found in E. Asia - N.W. Himalayas.. It is a member of the Leguminosae family.

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Latin Name:  Caragana brevispina
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  Royle.

Known Hazards:  Reports that this plant contains toxins have not been substantiated[65]. The occurrence of cystine in the seeds is doubtful[65].

Mature Height:  2.4   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Higher forests, in the undergrowth of fir and oak forests or in open glades on dry ridges from 1500 - 2700 metres[146].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most well-drained soils, but prefers full sun and a light sandy dry or well-drained soil[1, 11, 200]. Does not require a rich soil[11], succeeding on marginal land[160]. Succeeds in acid or alkaline soils[160]. Established plants are drought resistant[160]. This species is hardy to at least -20°c[184], it prefers a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters so it does not grow so well in the milder western half of Britain[200]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200]. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby[200].

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