Black Medick (Medicago Lupulina) is a annual, perennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Medicago lupulina is a low-growing, annual or short-lived perennial legume with small, yellow, pea-like flowers and trifoliate leaves.

Black Medick

Black Medick

Medicago Lupulina

Medicago lupulina is a low-growing, annual or short-lived perennial legume with small, yellow, pea-like flowers and trifoliate leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual, perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Black Medick

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:Medicago