Annual Kidney Vetch (Tripodion Tetraphyllum) is a annual herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Tripodion tetraphyllum is an annual herbaceous plant in the legume family native to the Mediterranean Basin.

Annual Kidney Vetch

Annual Kidney Vetch

Tripodion Tetraphyllum

Tripodion tetraphyllum is an annual herbaceous plant in the legume family native to the Mediterranean Basin.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Annual Kidney Vetch

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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Annual Kidney Vetch
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Tripodion