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

Acmispon maritimus is a species of legume native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its yellow flowers and adaptability to various habitats including mountain, desert, and scrub areas.

Coastal Bird's-foot Trefoil

Coastal Bird's-foot Trefoil

Acmispon Maritimus

Acmispon maritimus is a species of legume native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its yellow flowers and adaptability to various habitats including mountain, desert, and scrub areas.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
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 Coastal Bird's-foot Trefoil

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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Coastal Bird's-foot Trefoil
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Acmispon