Bitter Vetch
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Habit
Herb
Height
20-30 cm
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, loamy
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Mediterranean
Climatic Condition
Temperate
Temperature (°)
15-25°C
Humidity (%)
50-60%
Potting media
Loam + Organic matter
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10:10:10)
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
300-500 g
Flowering Time
Spring
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.0
Water Ph level
6.5-7.0
Soil EC
0.9 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Moderate yield
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
1-2 years
Health Benefits
Nitrogen fixing, soil improvement
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
| 50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand |
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
| Fertilize every 6 weeks with balanced fertilizer. |
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Leaf Spot, Anthracnose, Root Rot, Leaf Blight.
Symptoms
Yellowing and wilting of leaves, Yellow to brown spots on leaves, stunted growth.
Organic Remedies
Crop rotation, neem cake as soil amendment, Spray Neem Oil, Use Resistant Varieties.
HEALTH BENEFITS
· High in protein and fiber, supporting digestion
· Used in traditional medicine for digestive disorders
· May have anti-diabetic and cholesterol-lowering effect