Sesbania sesban (Egyptian Pea) - Video 1

Botanical names: Sesbania sesban, Sesbania aegyptiaca

Common name: Egyptian Pea

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunYellow, orange flowersUnusual colorPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant
Sesbania sesban
It grows quickly, providing shade and green cover in a short period.


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