Sessile-leaved Tick-trefoil (Desmodium Sessilifolium) is a perennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Desmodium sessilifolium is a perennial herbaceous legume native to central and eastern North America, recognized for its trifoliate leaves and purple-pink, pea-like flowers.

Sessile-leaved Tick-trefoil

Sessile-leaved Tick-trefoil

Desmodium Sessilifolium

Desmodium sessilifolium is a perennial herbaceous legume native to central and eastern North America, recognized for its trifoliate leaves and purple-pink, pea-like flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sessile-leaved Tick-trefoil

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Repot
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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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Sessile-leaved Tick-trefoil
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Desmodium