About

Neptunia plena is a perennial legume producing pinnate leaves that fold when touched and small, spherical, yellow, powder-puff flowerheads. A rewarding botanical curiosity for a warm, sheltered, frost-free garden or heated greenhouse.

About the genus

Neptunia are perennial or annual legumes with pinnate, often sensitive leaves that fold when touched and spherical, yellow flowerheads. Grown in warm, sheltered, frost-free gardens and heated glasshouses.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.