Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
disciformis
ID:
214093

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Horti Monsp.: 124 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213422

Common Names

  • Medicago Disciformis
  • Disciform Medicago
  • Disciform Lucerne

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Synonyms

  • Medica disciformis (DC.) Bubani [valid]
  • Medicago coerulescens F.K.Mey. [valid]
  • Medicago disciformis parvicarpa Kožuharov [valid]
  • Medicago disciformis strumensis Velchev & Bondev [valid]

Description

Medicago disciformis (also called Disciform Alfalfa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It typically grows to 2–4 m tall, with a dense, spreading crown. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky hillsides, open woodlands, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Medicago disciformis is used as a fodder crop and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medicago disciformis has small yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem with three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medicago disciformis is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Medicago disciformis

Medicago disciformis can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Medicago disciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medicago disciformis?

Medicago disciformis

What is the common name of Medicago disciformis?

Disciform Alfalfa

Where is Medicago disciformis native to?

Southern Europe and North Africa

Species in the Medicago genus

Medicago secundiflora, Medicago minima, Medicago fischeriana, Medicago monantha, Medicago orthoceras, Medicago polyceratia, Medicago medicaginoides, Medicago heldreichii, Medicago rigida, Medicago brachycarpa, Medicago ruthenica, Medicago papillosa, Medicago radiata, Medicago platycarpa, Medicago monspeliaca, Medicago bonarotiana, Medicago carstiensis, Medicago daghestanica, Medicago minima, Medicago astroites, Medicago crassipes, Medicago edgeworthii, Medicago laxispira, Medicago noeana, Medicago persica, Medicago phrygia, Medicago retrorsa, Medicago constricta, Medicago globosa, Medicago heyniana, Medicago ovalis, Medicago archiducis-nicolai, Medicago lanigera, Medicago sinskiae, Medicago makranica, Medicago arabica, Medicago arborea, Medicago coronata, Medicago disciformis, Medicago doliata, Medicago falcata, Medicago granadensis, Medicago granatensis, Medicago hypogaea, Medicago intertexta, Medicago tornata, Medicago laciniata, Medicago littoralis, Medicago lupulina, Medicago marina,

Species in the Fabaceae family