Anagyris Foetida ✔

Germinating Anagyris foetida requires effort due to its hard seed coat:

Anagyris foetida , commonly known as the or Mediterranean Stinkbush , is a fascinating but toxic shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is notable for its unique biology, including winter flowering and a pungent odor emitted when its leaves are crushed. Key Characteristics Scientific Name : Anagyris foetida L. (Fabaceae family). anagyris foetida

: A deciduous shrub reaching up to 4 meters, featuring trifoliate grey-green leaves and pendulous, greenish-yellow flowers with red markings. Germinating Anagyris foetida requires effort due to its

: Unlike most Mediterranean plants, it flowers in autumn and winter . It is primarily pollinated by birds, such as the Palestine Sunbird, which are attracted to its dilute nectar. (Fabaceae family)

: It is extremely resilient to dry conditions and has been used in afforestation systems to restore degraded land.