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Ulex parviflorus (Ulex parviflorus)

Ulex parviflorus, a spiny evergreen shrub from the western Mediterranean, is known for its bright yellow flowers and drought tolerance.

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Sunlight

Requires full sun for optimal growth and flowering.

Watering

Drought-tolerant once established. Water new plants regularly.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, sandy or rocky soils. Tolerates poor, infertile soils and is adapted to acidic conditions.

Temperature

Prefers mild to warm temperatures. Tolerates light frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally does not require fertilization. Tolerates poor soils.

Care Requirements

Light

Requires full sun for optimal growth and flowering.

Can tolerate partial shade but may become leggy.

Water

Drought-tolerant once established. Water new plants regularly.

Infrequent watering for mature plants.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, sandy or rocky soils. Tolerates poor, infertile soils and is adapted to acidic conditions.

Temperature

Prefers mild to warm temperatures. Tolerates light frost.

Ideal growing range: 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally does not require fertilization. Tolerates poor soils.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-1.5 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Scale-like, spine-tipped

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

70000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusUlex
  • speciesUlex parviflorus
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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