Slender Milkvetch (Astragalus Flexuosus) is a perennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Astragalus flexuosus, commonly known as Slender Milkvetch, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the pea family with distinctive pinkish-purple to whitish pea-like flowers.

Slender Milkvetch

Slender Milkvetch

Astragalus Flexuosus

Astragalus flexuosus, commonly known as Slender Milkvetch, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the pea family with distinctive pinkish-purple to whitish pea-like flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Slender Milkvetch

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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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Astragalus