River Hemp (Sesbania Cannabina) is a annual shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Sesbania cannabina is an erect, annual legume shrub that grows up to 3-3.5 meters tall with somewhat woody stems.

River Hemp

River Hemp

Sesbania Cannabina

Sesbania cannabina is an erect, annual legume shrub that grows up to 3-3.5 meters tall with somewhat woody stems.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for River Hemp

Jan
Prune
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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:Sesbania