Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muricoleptis
ID:
215128

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tineo

Source:
ildis

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Pl. Rar. Sicil. Pugill.: 18 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214457



Common Names

  • Medicago muricoleptis
  • Murex-crested Medicago
  • Murex Crested Medicago


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Synonyms

  • Medicago decandolei Guss. [unknown]
  • Medicago decandollei Tineo ex Guss. [valid]
  • Medicago intertexta decandollei (Tineo ex Guss.) Urb. [valid]
  • Medicago intertexta muricoleptis (Tineo) Fiori [valid]
  • Medicago muricoleptis minor Tineo ex Lojac. [valid]
  • Medicago muricoleptis Ser. [illegitimate]

Description

Medicago muricoleptis (also called Muricolept's Medicago, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial that typically grows to a height of 0.5–1 m. It is native to western Europe, where it is found in France, Spain, Portugal, and Italy. It is found in a variety of habitats, including dry and rocky areas, heaths, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Medicago muricoleptis is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medicago muricoleptis has yellow flowers with 4 petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have two leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medicago muricoleptis is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and will tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by division in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Medicago muricoleptis

Medicago muricoleptis is native to the Mediterranean region, including Portugal, Spain, and Morocco.

Medicago muricoleptis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medicago muricoleptis?

Medicago muricoleptis

What is the common name of Medicago muricoleptis?

Muricoleptis Alfalfa

Where is Medicago muricoleptis native to?

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