Diablo Locoweed
Also known as
Mt. Diablo milkvetch and Stanislaus milk-vetch
Taxonomy
Astragalus oxyphysus
Astragalus
Fabaceae
Fabales
How to care for Diablo Locoweed
Water
How often to water your Diablo Locoweed
every 9
Diablo Locoweed needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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.
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Finding light for Diablo Locoweed in your home
a window
Diablo Locoweed love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Diablo Locoweed does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Diablo Locoweed in your home đĄ.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Diablo Locoweed
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 Diablo Locoweed after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Diablo Locoweed 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
Diablo Locoweed 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.
Care Summary for Diablo Locoweed
Diablo Locoweed
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
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