Southern Bird's Foot Trefoil (Lotus Ornithopodioides) is a annual herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lotus ornithopodioides is an annual herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family, known commonly as the southern bird's foot trefoil.

Southern Bird's Foot Trefoil

Southern Bird's Foot Trefoil

Lotus Ornithopodioides

Lotus ornithopodioides is an annual herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family, known commonly as the southern bird's foot trefoil.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Southern Bird's Foot Trefoil

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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Southern Bird's Foot Trefoil
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Lotus