Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
214528

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Hort. Bot. Vindob.1: 39 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213857



Common Names

  • Medicago prostrata
  • Prostrata Medicago
  • Prostrate Medick


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Synonyms

  • Medicago declinata Kit. [valid]
  • Medicago tenuifolia C.Presl [valid]
  • Medicago pseudorupestris Hayek [valid]
  • Medicago prostrata pseudorupestris (Hayek) Micevski [unknown]
  • Medicago prostrata glandulosa Mitsevski [unknown]
  • Medicago prostrata pilosa Mitsevski [unknown]
  • Medicago prostrata vukovicii Mitsevski [unknown]
  • Medicago prostrata glabra Micevski [illegitimate]
  • Medicago prostrata matkae Mitsevski [unknown]
  • Medicago prostrata topolkae Mitsevski [unknown]
  • Medicago prostrata declinata (Kit.) Rohlena [valid]
  • Medicago prostrata glabra Urb. [valid]
  • Medicago prostrata glandulifera Urb. [valid]
  • Medicago prostrata erecta Borbás [valid]
  • Medicago prostrata pseudorupestris (Hayek) Hayek [valid]
  • Medicago prostrata pubescens Guss. [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Medicago prostrata 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 prostrata 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 prostrata is a low-growing, spreading, annual legume. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in early spring in a sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly until germination occurs.

Where to Find Medicago prostrata

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

Medicago prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medicago prostrata?

Medicago prostrata

What is the common name of Medicago prostrata?

Prostrate Medick

What is the natural habitat of Medicago prostrata?

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