Eve's Necklace (Styphnolobium Affine) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Styphnolobium affine, commonly known as Eve's necklace, is a spineless shrub or small tree with light-green leaflets and fragrant, pink, wisteria-like flowers.

Eve's Necklace

Eve's Necklace

Styphnolobium Affine

Styphnolobium affine, commonly known as Eve's necklace, is a spineless shrub or small tree with light-green leaflets and fragrant, pink, wisteria-like flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, understory shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Eve's Necklace

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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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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Styphnolobium