Rattlebox

Rattlebox Care

Sesbania Punicea

What is the plant

Sesbania punicea is widely used as an ornamental plant for its attractive compound leaves, bright red flowers and persistent winged fruit. As with many invasive ornamentals, rattlebox has found its way out of cultivation and into natural areas. It favors moist, wet environments and is often found along river banks and wetlands. Sesbania punicea is native to South America. All parts of Sesbania are poisonous, particularly the seeds.

lighting

Full Sun

hardiness zone

8a - 11

difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
In growth, water freely & feed monthly; sparingly in winter.
Fertilizer
feed monthly; sparingly in winter.
Sunlight
Full Sun

Disease diagnosis

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Soil
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Additional
All parts of Sesbania are poisonous, particularly the seeds.
Popularity
115 people already have this plant 28 people have added this plant to their wishlists

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Rattlebox Care

How to Care for the Plant

Water

Fertilizer

Sunlight

Soil

Additional

Popularity