American Hogpeanut
Also known as
hog-peanut and ground bean
Taxonomy
Amphicarpaea bracteata
Amphicarpaea
Fabaceae
Fabales
How to care for American Hogpeanut
Water
How often to water your American Hogpeanut
every 9
American Hogpeanut needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
41% Low
Finding light for American Hogpeanut in your home
a window
American Hogpeanut love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania â .
American Hogpeanut does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Nutrients
How to fertilize American Hogpeanut
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your American Hogpeanut after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.
FAQs
American Hogpeanut prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
American Hogpeanut requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Growth Pattern
American Hogpeanut is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
American Hogpeanut can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for American Hogpeanut
American Hogpeanut
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
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