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Siberian peashrub

Caragana arborescens

The Siberian peashrub is a tough little plant that can grow in many places! It has bright green leaves and pretty yellow flowers that bloom in spring, making it a cheerful sight in gardens and parks.

Habitat: Grasslands

Appearance

The Siberian peashrub is a hardy deciduous shrub or small tree, typically featuring slender, upright branches and bright yellow, pea-like flowers. Its compound leaves have many small, oval leaflets, giving it a delicate, airy texture distinct from denser shrubs.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderFabalesFamilyFabaceaeGenusCaragana
Siberian peashrub
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Siberian peashrub

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its tiny flowers transform into edible pods resembling miniature green peas!

Its wood is incredibly dense, once used for pegs and small tools!

This plant arrived in Europe from Siberia over 250 years ago!

You can find Siberian peashrub growing wild even in Canada and the US!

Special abilities

Ability

Soil Supercharger

Siberian peashrub can fix nitrogen in the soil, enriching it and helping other plants grow stronger.

Ability

Tough Survivor

This plant has incredible resilience, able to thrive in extreme cold, drought, and poor soil conditions.

Ability

Wind Wall

Its dense branching and thick foliage help Siberian peashrub form effective windbreaks, protecting other plants.

Ability

Earth Anchor

Siberian peashrub has an extensive root system that strongly holds soil, preventing erosion on slopes.

Measurements & details

Height
300-600 cm
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Bloom Season
Late spring to early summer
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect
C
200-400 C

Ecological connections

pollinates

Honey bee

Apis mellifera

Feeds on nectar, aiding in pollination.

pollinates

Common eastern bumblebee

Bombus impatiens

Pollinates flowers while collecting pollen and nectar.

eats

European ground squirrel

Spermophilus citellus

Consumes the energy-rich seeds from its pods.

eats

Wild turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

Forages for fallen seeds during late summer and fall.

eats

Humans

Homo sapiens

People gather young pods and flowers for food.

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always check with an adult before touching or eating any plants.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Siberian peashrub?

300-600 cm

How big are the flowers on Siberian peashrub?

2-3 cm

When does Siberian peashrub bloom?

Late spring to early summer

Is Siberian peashrub edible?

Yes

Is Siberian peashrub toxic?

None

What is Siberian peashrub's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Siberian peashrub pollinated?

Insect

Where is Siberian peashrub usually found?

Grasslands

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