Is Laxmann's Milkvetch safe for pets?

Yes, Laxmann's Milkvetch (Astragalus Laxmannii) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Laxmann's Milkvetch easy to care for?

Laxmann's Milkvetch has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires low watering and full_sun light.

Can Laxmann's Milkvetch grow indoors?

Laxmann's Milkvetch is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Laxmann's Milkvetch (Astragalus Laxmannii) is a perennial herb in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Astragalus laxmannii is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its presence in dry prairies and gravelly soils.

Last updated: February 2026

Laxmann's Milkvetch

Astragalus Laxmannii

Astragalus laxmannii is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its presence in dry prairies and gravelly soils.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Low

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

3-7

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:gravelly, sandy, loamy

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Laxmann's Milkvetch

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:Astragalus