Hedysarum arcticum (Leguminosae)

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Hedysarum arcticum
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The Hedysarum arcticum plant species is found in Circumboreal. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as H. hedysaroides arcticum. (B.Fedtsch)P.W.Ball.

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Latin Name:  Hedysarum arcticum
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  B.Fedtsch.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Mountain tundra in the Arctic[74].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow in a cold frame as soon as it is ripe or in the spring[200]. Stored seed should be pre-soaked for 24 hours in warm water. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots as soon as they are large enough to handle and plant them out into their permanent positions in the summer. Division in spring. Great care is needed since the plant dislikes root disturbance[200].

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