Rattlebush
Sesbania drummondii
Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
Rattlebush is a short-lived shrub. Yellow pea-like flowers. Grows well in full or partial sun. In very hot weather the leaves fold up as a protective measure. The seed pods are four-sided and four-winged. The peas rattle inside, giving this plant its common name. Plants die back to the ground in winter. The seeds are poisonous to cattle.
- Scientific Name: Sesbania drummondii
- Common Names: Rattlebush, Rattlebox, Poisonbean
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
- Growth Habit: Perennial shrub
- Height: Up to 8 feet
- Leaves: Pinnately compound
- Flowers: Yellow
- Bloom Time: June through August
- Wildlife Benefits: Attracts bees and butterflies. Larval food source for the orange sulphur butterfly.
Where to Find It
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