Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hypogaea
ID:
214103

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Small

Source:
ildis

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Taxon33: 633 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213432



Common Names

  • Medicago Hypogaea
  • Subterranean Medicago
  • Subterranean Lucerne


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Synonyms

  • Factorovskya aschersoniana (Urb.) Eig [valid]
  • Trigonella aschersoniana Urb. [valid]

Description

Medicago hypogaea (also called Subterranean 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 hypogaea is used as a fodder crop and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medicago hypogaea 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 hypogaea 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 hypogaea

Medicago hypogaea can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Medicago hypogaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medicago hypogaea?

Medicago hypogaea

What is the growth rate of Medicago hypogaea?

Moderate

What is the lifespan of Medicago hypogaea?

Annual

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