Prostrate Canary Clover (Lotus Dorycnium) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lotus dorycnium is a herbaceous perennial subshrub with woody base, known for its ascending or procumbent hairy stems and silky-hairy leaves composed of 4-5 leaflets.

Prostrate Canary Clover

Prostrate Canary Clover

Lotus Dorycnium

Lotus dorycnium is a herbaceous perennial subshrub with woody base, known for its ascending or procumbent hairy stems and silky-hairy leaves composed of 4-5 leaflets.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Prostrate Canary Clover

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Prostrate Canary Clover
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Lotus