Thermopsis lanceolata (Leguminosae)

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Thermopsis lanceolata
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The Thermopsis lanceolata plant species is found in E. Asia - Siberia to Japan. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as T. lupinoides. Link. Podalyria lupinoides.

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Latin Name:  Thermopsis lanceolata
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  R.Br. in Ait.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Sand dunes near the sea all over Japan[58].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any moderately fertile well-drained soil in a sunny position[200], though it prefers a rich light soil[1]. Judging by the plants native habitat, it is likely to be resistant to maritime exposure[K]. 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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