Water
Water Korean bushclover regularly, especially during its establishment phase and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings, but avoid prolonged drought.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Also known as Annual Lespedeza · Japanese Clover · Korean Bush-Clover
Kummerowia stipulacea, commonly known as Korean bushclover, is a low-growing annual legume native to East Asia. It has small trifoliate leaves and produces small pink to
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; ensure good drainage.
Loam, Sandy, Clay
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average to warm temperatures; can tolerate some frost.
Low
25% intensity
Prefers low-nutrient soils; fertilize sparingly if needed.
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 Korean bushclover regularly, especially during its establishment phase and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings, but avoid prolonged drought.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Prune Korean bushclover in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This helps to shape the plant, remove dead or damaged stems, and encourage more compact growth and abundant flowering.
Light annual pruning is usually adequate.
Korean bushclover can be propagated by seeds sown in spring. Stratification may improve germination rates. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in summer.
Both methods are relatively straightforward for experienced gardeners.
Repotting is generally not a common practice for Korean bushclover as it is often grown as an annual or a short-lived perennial. If container-grown and it becomes root-bound, repot in spring to a slightly larger container with well-draining soil.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Photos of Korean Bushclover (Kummerowia stipulacea)
Where Korean Bushclover (Kummerowia stipulacea) 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 | Kummerowia |
| Species | Kummerowia stipulacea |
Similar in genus Kummerowia
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