Descent of the Light
It flows towards the earth in harmonious waves.
Bright yellow
Fabaceae
Few specific cultivars; the species is widely recognized and cultivated.
Carl Linnaeus.
The racemes are typically 10-30 cm long, with individual flowers around 2 cm across.
Smooth
Five, arranged in the characteristic banner, wings, and keel formation of legumes.
Bilaterally symmetrical.
Mildly fragrant
Alternate, trifoliate (composed of three leaflets).
Green
Small deciduous tree.
Perennial
Late spring to early summer.
Temperate
Moderate; prefers moist but well-drained soils.
Loamy, well-drained soils.
Hardy in USDA zones 5-7.
Full sun to partial shade.
Relatively pest-free; may be susceptible to leaf spot and root rot.
Bees and other insects.
Native to Southern Europe; widely cultivated in temperate regions worldwide.
Ornamental use; provides nectar for bees and other pollinators.
Highly valued for landscaping, especially for its dramatic springtime flower displays.
Primarily ornamental.
Not listed as endangered; widely cultivated.
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