Scorpiurus — 2 species
Botanical species in the genus Scorpiurus recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Scorpiurus muricatus
Scorpiurus muricatus
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
The plant is likely to require a sunny position in a light or medium well-drained soil. It is found in the wild mainly on soils with a basic pH. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen.
Full cultivation guide →Scorpiurus vermiculatus
Scorpiurus vermiculatus
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
The plant is likely to require a sunny position in a light or medium well-drained soil. 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.
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