Chinese Milk Vetch (Astragalus Sinicus) is a biennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Astragalus sinicus is a biennial herbaceous plant known commonly as Chinese Milk Vetch.

Chinese Milk Vetch

Chinese Milk Vetch

Astragalus Sinicus

Astragalus sinicus is a biennial herbaceous plant known commonly as Chinese Milk Vetch.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:nitrogen fixer, groundcover, soil improvement

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Chinese Milk 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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Astragalus