Decumbent Deerweed (Acmispon Decumbens) is a perennial 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 decumbens is a perennial herb native to the western United States and northwestern Mexico, known for its spreading or mat-forming growth habit and trifoliate leaves.

Decumbent Deerweed

Decumbent Deerweed

Acmispon Decumbens

Acmispon decumbens is a perennial herb native to the western United States and northwestern Mexico, known for its spreading or mat-forming growth habit and trifoliate leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
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, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Decumbent Deerweed

Jan
Prune
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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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Decumbent Deerweed
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Acmispon