Chamaecrista fasciculata
Ecological Benefits: Seed pods feed various bird species, attracts several pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and ants; host plant to various larval stages of butterflies
Bloom period: summer-mid fall
Best Areas for Planting: low-medium moisture, full sun-part shade; well-drained soils of clay, clay loam, sandy loam, and sand
Natural Habitat: can be found in open woodlands, prairie, plains, meadows, pastures, and savannas
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