Melilotus arenarius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Grecescu
Source:
ildis
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Consp. Fl. Roman., Supl.: 198 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185388
Common Names
- Sand Melilot
- Arenarius Melilot
- Sand Sweet Clover
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Melilotus arenarius (also called Sand Melilot, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a height of 10-50 cm and its leaves are pinnate and oblong. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands, roadsides, and cultivated fields.
Uses & Benefits
Melilotus arenarius is used as a fodder crop, as a green manure crop, and as a cover crop. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as a food crop, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Melilotus arenarius are yellow and fragrant, and the seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings are slender and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melilotus arenarius is a hardy, drought-tolerant annual plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a sunny spot and kept moist until germination. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings taken from new growth.
Where to Find Melilotus arenarius
Melilotus arenarius is native to Europe and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Melilotus arenarius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melilotus arenarius?
Melilotus arenarius
Where is Melilotus arenarius native to?
Europe and North Africa
What type of soil does Melilotus arenarius prefer?
Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
Species in the Melilotus genus
Melilotus altissimus, Melilotus dentatus, Melilotus indicus, Melilotus infestus, Melilotus italicus, Melilotus macrocarpus, Melilotus siculus, Melilotus arenarius, Melilotus neapolitanus, Melilotus polonicus, Melilotus serratifolius, Melilotus speciosus, Melilotus sulcatus, Melilotus tauricus, Melilotus wolgicus, Melilotus hirsutus, Melilotus albus, Melilotus elegans, Melilotus segetalis, Melilotus suaveolens, Melilotus bicolor, Melilotus officinalis, Melilotus schoenheitianus, Melilotus gorkemii, Melilotus melilotus-officinalis, Melilotus officinalis, Melilotus haussknechtianus,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Dimitrie Grecescu (1841-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grecescu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:506905-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Melilotus arenarius Grecescu: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.