Scorpion's-tails
Scorpion's-tails
Scorpiurus
Plant family
Hülsenfrüchtler (Fabaceae) (Fabaceae)
Season Overview
Sowing
Harvest
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Details
Light requirement
Semi-shaded
Water requirement
Wet
Soil
Medium (loamy)
Nutrient requirement
Low
Seeding distance
6-8 cm
Row spacing
15-20 cm
Seeding depth
0.5-1 cm
Instructions
Description
Scorpion's tail belongs to the legume family (Fabaceae). It is an annual ground cover with twisted, spiny pods that look like caterpillars and taste nutty. Very spectacular appearance. It grows herbaceous and grows up to 80 cm tall. The flowers are yellow to reddish.
Origin:
Mediterranean and Near East
Growing tips
Earlier harvest is possible when sowing under fleece. Germination at 8-15°C after 8-10 days. If necessary, move to a distance. Weak grower. Eat pods raw in salad or pickle in vinegar and oil.
Companion Plants
No companion plants
Antagonistic Plants
No antagonistic plants
Diseases
No diseases
Pests
No pests
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