American Bird's-foot Trefoil (Acmispon Americanus) is a annual herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Acmispon americanus is a native annual herb in the Fabaceae family commonly found in California, known for its small, irregular white flowers and compound leaves.

American Bird's-foot Trefoil

American Bird's-foot Trefoil

Acmispon Americanus

Acmispon americanus is a native annual herb in the Fabaceae family commonly found in California, known for its small, irregular white flowers and compound leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for American Bird's-foot Trefoil

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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American Bird's-foot Trefoil
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Acmispon