Lotus maritimus is a species of plant in the legume family, native to Europe, Africa and temperate Asia. It is one of several species known as dragon's teeth.
Dragon's teeth is fairly disease-resistant and typically does not suffer from illnesses. However, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its environment. Such problems are usually mild. For care, this plant needs moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to preserve a neat appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help encourage flowering. Dragon's teeth is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, like a garden or patio, and does not require extensive plant-care experience. It may need additional attention when grown indoors.
How to keep Tetragonolobus Maritimus.
Light
Dragon's teeth is a perennial herbaceous plant that loves sunlight and comes from open habitats, often prospering in meadows and grasslands. While it favors full sun, it can also tolerate partial sun.
Temperature
Dragon's teeth can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but its distribution may still be restricted by different combinations of moisture and heat. It grows best in warm summer climates with sufficient rainfall or irrigation. Extended stretches of cloudy, rainy weather or prolonged high temperatures can raise the risk of Dragon's teeth dying. In winter, protecting the plant from cold can help improve its survival rate.
Fertilizer
The optimal time to fertilize Dragon's teeth is in early spring, when it is coming out of dormancy and starting active growth. Fertilizing supplies essential nutrients needed for healthy development. While Dragon's teeth has relatively low fertilizer requirements, an annual application can improve its survival and encourage better, longer-lasting flowers.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Tetragonolobus
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 5-9
- Mature Height
- 10 cm to 40 cm
- Mature Spread
- 30 cm to 49 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Flower Size
- 3.05 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Summer
- Native Area
- Turkey, Austria, Tunisia, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Montenegro, Bulgaria, Poland, Croatia, Slovenia, Morocco, Ukraine, Russia, Hungary, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Denmark, Estonia, Albania, Algeria, Romania, France
Other names.
