Sulla
Hedysarum coronarium

Sulla Plant

Sulla (Hedysarum coronarium) grows up to 6 ft, thrives in loamy soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is both edible and medicinal.

Picture illustrating Sulla plant

Habit

Herb

Height

0.3-1 m

Growth

Fast


Soil

Well-drained, loamy

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Mediterranean, Europe

Climatic Condition

Mediterranean

Temperature (°)

15-25°C

Humidity (%)

60-80%

Potting media

Loamy, peat

Fertilizers

Organic, balanced NPK

Watering

Regular

Plant Weight 

100-300 g

Flowering Time

Spring, Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0 - 7.0

Water Ph level

6.0 - 7.0

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Forage, nitrogen fixation

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

Perennial

Health Benefits

Forage, erosion control

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Powdery Mildew, Rust, Leaf Spot, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot. 

White, powdery growth on leaves, Reddish pustules on leaves, Brown lesions on leaves, Distorted, yellowing leaves, Wilting and root decay. 

Neem oil, sulfur spray, Compost tea, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage, use resistant varieties.

Fungicides with potassium bicarbonate, Fungicides with propiconazole, Copper-based fungicides, Soil-applied fungicides. 

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

  • Rich in nutrients and used as animal forage.

  • Contains bioactive compounds that may support digestion.

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