Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cretacea
ID:
214523

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Bieb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas.2: 223 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213852



Common Names

  • Medicago cretacea
  • Cretacea Medicago
  • Cretan Medick


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Synonyms

  • Melilotoides cretacea (M.Bieb.) Soják [valid]
  • Melissitus cretaceus (M.Bieb.) Latsch. [valid]
  • Crimaea cretacea (M.Bieb.) Vassilcz. [valid]
  • Trigonella cretacea (M.Bieb.) Taliev [unknown]
  • Trigonella cretacea (M.Bieb.) Grossh. [valid]
  • Medicago fructicans Hornem. ex Willd. [unknown]
  • Medicago nummularia Steven ex Bess. [invalid]
  • Anthyllis cornicina Pall. ex Georgi [invalid]

Description

Medicago cretacea (also called Cretan medick, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, disturbed habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Medicago cretacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Medicago cretacea is a yellow-green pea-like flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, delicate and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medicago cretacea is a hardy, perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in a sunny spot in the garden in late spring or early summer. Keep the soil moist and water regularly. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks. Once the plants are established, they will need minimal care.

Where to Find Medicago cretacea

Medicago cretacea is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in parts of Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Medicago cretacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medicago cretacea?

Medicago cretacea

What is the common name of Medicago cretacea?

Cretan Medick

What is the natural habitat of Medicago cretacea?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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