Bur Clover (Medicago Polymorpha) 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.

Medicago polymorpha is a herbaceous legume native to the Mediterranean basin, widely naturalized globally, known for its spiny coiled seed pods.

Bur Clover

Bur Clover

Medicago Polymorpha

Medicago polymorpha is a herbaceous legume native to the Mediterranean basin, widely naturalized globally, known for its spiny coiled seed pods.

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, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, forage, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bur Clover

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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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Medicago