Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is a deep-rooted perennial legume widely cultivated as a high-protein forage crop for livestock and for its edible sprouts.
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Sunlight
Full sun (6-8+ hours direct light daily) for best growth.
Watering
Regular deep watering for establishment, drought tolerant when mature.
Soil
Prefers deep, well-drained, fertile loamy soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH (6.5-7.5). Avoid waterlogged or highly acidic conditions.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures, 18-28°C, but is cold hardy.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Nitrogen-fixing, requires phosphorus, potassium, and sulfur.
Full sun (6-8+ hours direct light daily) for best growth.
Regular deep watering for establishment, drought tolerant when mature.
Prefers deep, well-drained, fertile loamy soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH (6.5-7.5). Avoid waterlogged or highly acidic conditions.
Thrives in warm temperatures, 18-28°C, but is cold hardy.
Outdoor
Nitrogen-fixing, requires phosphorus, potassium, and sulfur.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable, Foliage, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-1 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Trifoliate
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
Generally considered non-toxic to humans and pets. Large quantities of fresh alfalfa can cause photosensitivity in some livestock, especially if moldy.
