Water
Water moderately during active growth, ensuring good drainage. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Also known as Caribbean Stylo · Wild Clover
Cheesytoes (Stylosanthes hamata) is a perennial legume native to tropical Australia, often grown as a forage crop for livestock due to its high protein content and drought tolerance.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.
80% intensity
Water moderately during active growth, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
60% intensity
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils, but avoids waterlogged conditions.
50% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30 °C. Protect from frost; it is not cold-hardy.
70% intensity
Outdoor
50% intensity
Fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilization.
40% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during active growth, ensuring good drainage. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or damaged stems. Avoid heavy pruning, as it can stress the plant.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in spring or early summer. Can also be propagated by stem cuttings taken during the growing season.
Repot young plants annually or as needed to provide fresh soil and adequate space. Mature plants can be left in place for several years.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cheesytoes (Stylosanthes hamata)
Where Cheesytoes (Stylosanthes hamata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Stylosanthes |
| Species | Stylosanthes hamata |
Similar in genus Stylosanthes
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