Medicago tunetana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Murb.) A.W.Hill
Source:
ildis
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Contrib. Fl. Nord-Ouest Afr. Ser. 1. i. 62 (1897) (Act. Reg. Soc. Physiogr. Lund, viii).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213481
Common Names
- Medicago tunetana
- Tunisian Medick
- Tunisian Alfalfa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Medicago tunetana (also called Tunet medick, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is an annual herb, native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, and it is found in a variety of habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Medicago tunetana is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Medicago tunetana is a yellow, five-petaled bloom. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Medicago tunetana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Medicago tunetana
Medicago tunetana is native to Europe, and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is a short-lived perennial, and is often found in disturbed areas.
Medicago tunetana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Medicago tunetana?
Medicago tunetana
Where can Medicago tunetana be found?
Southern Europe
What is the growth rate of Medicago tunetana?
Slow to moderate
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-8549: Based on the initial data import
Arthur William Hill (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.W.Hill' in the authors string.
Svante Samuel Murbeck (1859-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Murb.' in the authors string.