Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaerocarpos
ID:
215131

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bertol.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Rar. Lig. [Ital.] Pl.3: 60 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214460



Common Names

  • Medicago sphaerocarpos
  • Round-fruited Medicago
  • Round Fruited Medicago


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Synonyms

  • Medicago murex sphaerocarpos (Bertol.) K.A.Lesins & I.Lesins [unknown]
  • Medicago sicula Tod. [valid]
  • Medicago globulifera Desf. ex Poir. [valid]
  • Medicago ovata Carmign. ex Urb. [unknown]
  • Medica sphaerocarpos (Bertol.) Bubani [unknown]
  • Medicago murex rodriguezii (Font Quer ex Casellas) O.Bolòs & Vigo [valid]
  • Medicago murex macrocarpa (Moris) Urb. [valid]
  • Medicago murex ovata (Carmign.) Urb. [valid]
  • Medicago murex sicula (Tod.) Urb. [valid]
  • Medicago murex sphaerocarpos (Bertol.) Urb. [valid]
  • Medicago murex macrocarpa (Moris) Willk. [valid]
  • Medicago murex ovata (Carmign.) Arcang. [valid]
  • Medicago murex rodriguezii Font Quer ex Casellas [valid]
  • Medicago murex sicula (Tod.) Batt. [valid]
  • Medicago murex sphaerocarpos (Bertol.) Willk. [valid]
  • Medicago sphaerocarpos macrocarpa Moris [valid]
  • Medicago murex ovata (Carmign.) Rouy [unknown]

Description

Medicago sphaerocarpos (also called Sphaerocarpos 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 sphaerocarpos is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medicago sphaerocarpos 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 sphaerocarpos 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 sphaerocarpos

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

Medicago sphaerocarpos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medicago sphaerocarpos?

Medicago sphaerocarpos

What is the common name of Medicago sphaerocarpos?

Round-fruited Medick

Where is Medicago sphaerocarpos 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