Gulf Indian-breadroot (Pediomelum Rhombifolium) is a 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 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Pediomelum rhombifolium is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southern United States, characterized by prostrate to ascending stems and trifoliate leaves with ovate to rhombic leaflets.

Gulf Indian-breadroot

Gulf Indian-breadroot

Pediomelum Rhombifolium

Pediomelum rhombifolium is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southern United States, characterized by prostrate to ascending stems and trifoliate leaves with ovate to rhombic leaflets.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Gulf Indian-breadroot

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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:Pediomelum