Pollinator plant

Kidney Vetch

Anthyllis vulneraria

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Bee value

Who this plant supports

Honey bees

Low suitability
Nectar value Low
Pollen value Low

Solitary wild bees

High suitability
Nectar value Low
Pollen value Low
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Structure

Vegetation layer
Herbaceous
Size
Small
Dimensions
0.60 m high × 0.60 m wide
Lifecycle
Perennial

Site conditions

USDA hardiness
6-9
Moisture
Moist, Well-drained
Soil
Sandy, Loamy
pH
Neutral, Alkaline
Light
Sun

Uses

Edible parts
Tea
Functions
Nitrogen fixer
Edibility
1 out of 5
Medicinal value
2 out of 5

The dried flower heads can be used as an alternative to tea.