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dwarf peashrub
Scientific Name: Caragana aurantiaca
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Dwarf Peashrub (Caragana spp.)
The term "Dwarf Peashrub" refers to several species and cultivars within the Caragana genus, including:
- Caragana aurantiaca
- Caragana arborescens 'Nana' (Dwarf Siberian Peashrub)
- Caragana pygmaea (Pygmy Peashrub)
Additionally, Polygala fruticosa 'Petite Butterfly' and Polygala dalmaisiana 'Petite Butterfly' are referred to as Dwarf Sweet Pea Shrubs.
Considerations for Pets
- Some Dwarf Peashrub varieties are noted for their small size. Small plant parts could potentially pose a choking hazard.
Considerations for Children
- Some Dwarf Peashrub varieties are noted for their small size. Small plant parts could potentially pose a choking hazard.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Fabaceae (for Caragana aurantiaca)
- Synonyms: Caragana aurantiaca var. conferta (for Caragana aurantiaca)
- Common Names: Besides Dwarf Peashrub, other common names include Pygmy Peashrub (for Caragana pygmaea), Siberian Peashrub or pea tree, black karagana, yellow acacia (for Caragana arborescens).
Distribution and Habitat
- Caragana arborescens (Siberian Peashrub) is native.
- Caragana aurantiaca is native from the Caucasus through Eastern Siberia.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Dwarf Peashrubs are generally smaller, more compact versions of larger Caragana species.
- Caragana arborescens 'Nana' is a dwarf form with somewhat contorted branches.
- Caragana arborescens 'Walker' (Walker Weeping Peashrub) is an open, deciduous dwarf tree with a strong central leader and gracefully weeping branches.
- They often feature fine-textured, graceful foliage.
- Caragana aurantiaca has short, bowing woody branches.
- Yellow flowers are produced in late spring or June.
Ecological Role
- Caragana arborescens provides a dense windbreak.
- Some Dwarf Peashrubs are considered deer resistant.
- Some Dwarf Peashrubs are considered Honey Plants.
- Dwarf Peashrubs are often very hardy and drought resistant once established.