Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
medicaginoides
ID:
186122

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Retz.) E.Small

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia16: 434 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185451

Common Names

  • Medicago
  • Burclover
  • Burr Clover

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Synonyms

  • Lotus medicaginoides Retz. [valid]
  • Medicago arcuata (C.A.Mey.) Trautv. [valid]
  • Medicago connivens genuina Trautv. [invalid]
  • Trigonella tenuis Fisch. ex M.Bieb. [valid]
  • Trigonella arcuata C.A.Mey. [valid]
  • Trigonella tenuis M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Medicago tenuis (Fisch. ex M.Bieb.) Trautv. [valid]
  • Trigonella retzii Spreng. [valid]
  • Trigonella filiformis Fisch. ex Ledeb. [valid]
  • Telis arcuata (C.A.Mey.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Buceras torosa Moench [valid]
  • Buceras tortuosa Steud. [invalid]
  • Medicago connivens Trautv. [valid]
  • Trigonella cancellata arcuata (C.A.Mey.) Širj. [valid]
  • Trigonella arcuata uniflora (Širj.) Vassilcz. [valid]
  • Trigonella cancellata daghestanica Širj. [valid]
  • Trigonella cancellata uniflora Širj. [valid]
  • Trigonella cancellata vulgaris Širj. [valid]
  • Trigonella cancellata issyk-kulensis Vassilcz. [valid]
  • Trigonella striata monantha Pancic [valid]

Description

Medicago medicaginoides (also called Medicaginoides Medick, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Medicago medicaginoides is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medicago medicaginoides has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and dark brown. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves that are divided into three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medicago medicaginoides is an easy-to-grow perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. For best results, sow seeds in the spring or take cuttings in late summer. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Medicago medicaginoides

Medicago medicaginoides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Greece, Italy, and Turkey.

Medicago medicaginoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medicago medicaginoides?

Medicago medicaginoides

What is the common name of Medicago medicaginoides?

Medicaginoides Medick

What is the natural habitat of Medicago medicaginoides?

Medicago medicaginoides is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky areas.

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

References

Anders Jahan Retzius (1742-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Retz.' in the authors string.
Ernest Small (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Small' in the authors string.