Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albus
ID:
213486

Status:
valid

Authors:
Medik.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1787

Citation Micro:
Vorles. Churpfälz. Phys.-Ökon. Ges.2: 382 (1787)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212815



Common Names

  • Melilotus albus
  • White Melilot
  • White Sweet Clover


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Synonyms

  • Melilotus albus annua Coe [unknown]
  • Melilotus leucanthus W.D.J.Koch ex DC. [valid]
  • Melilotus argutus Rchb. [valid]
  • Melilotus vulgaris Willd. [valid]
  • Melilotus melanospermus Besser ex Ser. [invalid]
  • Melilotus alba Medik. [unknown]
  • Melilotus kotschyi O.E.Schulz [valid]
  • Melilotus angulatus Trautv. [valid]
  • Melilotus arboreus Castagne ex DC. [invalid]
  • Melilotus giganteus Trautv. [invalid]
  • Melilotus strictus hort. ex Trautv. [valid]
  • Melilotus rugulosus hort. ex Trautv. [illegitimate]
  • Melilotus tenellus Wallr. [valid]
  • Melilotus urbani O.E.Schulz [valid]
  • Medicago alba E.H.L.Krause [valid]
  • Trifolium vulgare Gueldenst. ex Ledeb. [invalid]
  • Trifolium album (Medik.) Loisel. [illegitimate]
  • Sertula alba (Medik.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Melilotus albus albus [unknown]
  • Melilotus albus proliferus Dore [unknown]
  • Trigonella alba (Medik.) Coulot & Rabaute [valid]
  • Melilotus albus argutus (Rchb.) Rouy [valid]
  • Melilotus albus macrocarpus Rupr. [valid]
  • Melilotus officinalis albus Mérat [valid]
  • Melilotus officinalis vulgaris (Willd.) Wahlenb. [unknown]
  • Melilotus vulgaris gigantea Gaudin [valid]
  • Melilotus vulgaris minor Gaudin [valid]
  • Melilotus albus Desr. [illegitimate]
  • Trifolium melilotus Georgi [illegitimate]

Description

Melilotus albus (also called White Melilot, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a woody stem, pinnate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Melilotus albus is used as an ornamental plant and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Melilotus albus has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melilotus albus is a perennial legume that is easy to propagate from seed. The seeds should be planted in early spring in full sun and well-drained soil. It is not very tolerant of heat and should be grown in cooler climates. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during dry periods. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Melilotus albus

Melilotus albus is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sunny areas with well-drained soil.

Melilotus albus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melilotus albus?

Melilotus albus

What is the common name of Melilotus albus?

White Sweetclover

What is the growth habit of Melilotus albus?

It is an annual herb

Species in the Fabaceae family