Crotalaria agatiflora (Canary Bird Bush)

Crotalaria agatiflora (Canary Bird Bush) lime green flower close up hanging on a branch
Crotalaria agatiflora (Canary Bird Bush) lime green flower hanging downwards on a plant branch

Botanical name: Crotalaria agatiflora

Common name: Canary Bird Bush

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

The common names refer to the flowers' resemblance to small birds perched on twigs. The intricate yellow-green flowers bloom on flower stalks in the summer through fall.

Similar plants: Crotalaria agatiflora (Canary Bird Bush)


Crotalaria agatiflora (Canary Bird Bush) yellow flower cluster hanging from a woody branch
Crotalaria agatiflora (Canary Bird Bush) with a long heavy cluster of yellow wing-shaped flowers
Crotalaria agatiflora (Canary Bird Bush) yellow flower close up capturing unique curved petals and structure
Crotalaria agatiflora (Canary Bird Bush) yellow flower clusters hanging down with sharp points and curves


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