Bituminaria bituminosa, known as Arabian Pea, is a resilient perennial herb or subshrub. It features purple flowers and aromatic, scurfy leaves, thriving in full sun and
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Sunlight
Full sun is essential for optimal growth and flowering.
Watering
Low; drought-tolerant once established.
Soil
Well-drained, adaptable, neutral to alkaline
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures, ideal between 10-30 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Requires minimal fertilization; thrives in poor soils.
Full sun is essential for optimal growth and flowering.
Low; drought-tolerant once established.
Well-drained, adaptable, neutral to alkaline
Prefers warm temperatures, ideal between 10-30 °C.
Outdoor
Requires minimal fertilization; thrives in poor soils.
Plant Type
Herb, Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental, Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-1.5 m
Spread
0.5-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Green, Grey-green
Leaf Type
Pinnately compound
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
No
Contains furanocoumarins, which can cause photosensitization, leading to skin lesions and irritation upon contact or ingestion, especially when exposed to sunlight.
