Is Mountain Kidney Vetch safe for pets?

Yes, Mountain Kidney Vetch (Anthyllis Montana) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Mountain Kidney Vetch easy to care for?

Mountain Kidney Vetch has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full_sun light.

Can Mountain Kidney Vetch grow indoors?

Mountain Kidney Vetch is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Mountain Kidney Vetch (Anthyllis Montana) is a perennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Anthyllis montana is a clump-forming, woody-based perennial from mountainous regions of Southern Europe, known for its fern-like leaves and pea-like flowers.

Last updated: February 2026

Mountain Kidney Vetch

Anthyllis Montana

Anthyllis montana is a clump-forming, woody-based perennial from mountainous regions of Southern Europe, known for its fern-like leaves and pea-like flowers.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

drought-tolerant

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

5-8

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, gravelly, sandy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, soil stabilization, pollinator attractor, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mountain Kidney Vetch

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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae

Genus:Anthyllis