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Crotalaria longirostrata

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Crotalaria longirostrata
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Fact sheet

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Typeannual

“it can be grown as an annual in cooler regions.” — Chipilín (Crotalaria Longirostrata) Care Guide: Water, Soil & Propagation - Plantiary

Days to germination6–10 days

from Fabaceae · “Seeds generally germinate in soil temperatures between 60 and 80°F, with germination time ranging from 6 to 10 days, depending on the temperature” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Germination temperature60–80 °F

from Fabaceae · “Seeds generally germinate in soil temperatures between 60 and 80°F” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Lightfull sun

“requires full sun exposure to thrive.” — Chipilín (Crotalaria Longirostrata) Care Guide: Water, Soil & Propagation - Plantiary

WaterModerate Water

“Water when the top 3–5 cm of soil feels dry” — How to Care for longbeak rattlebox (Crotalaria longirostrata)

Soil pH5.8–6.6

from Fabaceae · “The optimal soil pH for growth is between 5.8 and 6.6” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Propagationseed

“Ensure the seeds are fresh and of good quality.” — Chipilín (Crotalaria Longirostrata) Care Guide: Water, Soil & Propagation - Plantiary

Ready whendried and turn brown

“Allow the pods to dry and turn brown on the plant” — Chipilín (Crotalaria Longirostrata) Care Guide: Water, Soil & Propagation - Plantiary

Edible partstender leaves and stems

“only the tender leaves and stems are eaten” — Chipilín (Crotalaria Longirostrata) Care Guide: Water, Soil & Propagation - Plantiary

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