Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papillosa
ID:
186698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 23 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186027



Common Names

  • Medicago Papillosa
  • Burr Medic
  • Burr Clover


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Synonyms

  • Medicago dzhavakhetica Bordz. [unknown]
  • Medicago glutinosa papillosa (Boiss.) Ponert [valid]

Description

Medicago papillosa (also called Papillose Medick, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Europe and grows in grasslands and meadows. It has a woody stem, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Medicago papillosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Medicago papillosa sub. papillosa
Medicago papillosa sub. macrocarpa (Boiss.) Urb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medicago papillosa has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medicago papillosa is a perennial legume that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers well-drained, fertile soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.

Where to Find Medicago papillosa

Medicago papillosa can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Medicago papillosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medicago papillosa?

Medicago papillosa

What is the common name of Medicago papillosa?

Papillose medick

What is the family of Medicago papillosa?

Fabaceae

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