Also known as Annual Kidney Vetch
Bladder Vetch (Tripodion tetraphyllum) is a prostrate to ascending herbaceous annual plant with trifoliate leaves and pea-like yellow flowers. It typically grows in.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but can tolerate partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures. Tolerates a range but avoids extreme heat or frost.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal feeding. Use a balanced fertilizer sparingly in spring if needed.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, as overwatering can lead to root rot. In hot, dry periods, more frequent watering may be necessary.
Reduce watering during winter dormancy.
Prune to remove dead, damaged, or crossing stems after flowering to maintain shape and encourage denser growth. Light pruning can also be done in early spring to shape the plant and remove any winter damage.
Avoid heavy pruning.
Propagate by sowing seeds in early spring or autumn. Scarification of the seed coat may improve germination rates. Seeds can also be sown in situ.
Division of established clumps in spring is another method, though less common.
Repot young plants annually or as needed into slightly larger containers. Mature plants are generally content in their pots and do not require frequent repotting.
Repot in spring just as new growth begins, ensuring good drainage.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Bladder Vetch (Tripodion tetraphyllum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Tripodion |
| Species | Tripodion tetraphyllum |
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