Korean Lespedeza (Kummerowia stipulacea)
Kummerowia stipulacea, called Korean Lespedeza, is an annual introduced legume similar to Kobe Lespedeza. It is a 1' to 1½' tall spring/summer flowering plant growing in full sun and in dry to medium soil moisture sites. K. stipulacea is better adapted to the northern states.
Species Details
Common Name (Botanical Name) | Korean Lespedeza (Kummerowia stipulacea) |
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Bloom Season | Spring-Summer |
Group | Legume |
Bloom Color | Purple |
Duration | Annual |
Soil moisture | Dry (Xeric);Medium (Mesic) |
Soil texture | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
Status | Introduced |
Wetland status | FACU |
pH | Acidic;Neutral |
pH Values | 5.5/7.5 |
Average height | 1-2ft |
USDA Zones | |
RNS Region | 1;2;3;4;5;6;7 |
Planting rate/Acre | 25-30 |
Seeds Per Lb. | 238000 |
Seeds Per Oz | 14875 |
Seeds Per Packet | 375 |
Product Benefits | Low Growing;Wildlife Cover;Wildlife Food;Quality Forage; |