Heartleaf Widowpea (Rafnia Acuminata) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Rafnia acuminata is a prostrate, much-branched, trailing perennial plant with woody stems, growing up to 30 cm tall and spreading up to 100 cm wide.

Heartleaf Widowpea

Heartleaf Widowpea

Rafnia Acuminata

Rafnia acuminata is a prostrate, much-branched, trailing perennial plant with woody stems, growing up to 30 cm tall and spreading up to 100 cm wide.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Heartleaf Widowpea

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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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Heartleaf Widowpea
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Rafnia