Melilotus haussknechtianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
O.E.Schulz
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.29: 708 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443977
Common Names
- Mellilotus haussknechtianus
- Haussknecht's Mellilotus
- Haussknecht Mellilotus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Melilotus haussknechtianus (also called Haussknechtianus Melilotus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has an erect stem, with a height of 10-50 cm. It grows in grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Mellelotus haussknechtianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Melilotus haussknechtianus is a yellow color and has a bell shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melilotus haussknechtianus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. When propagating by cuttings, take 4- to 6-inch cuttings from the tips of the branches and place them in a moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Melilotus haussknechtianus
Mellilotus haussknechtianus can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Melilotus haussknechtianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melilotus haussknechtianus?
Melilotus haussknechtianus
What is the family of Melilotus haussknechtianus?
Fabaceae
Where is Melilotus haussknechtianus found?
Turkey
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
Otto Eugen Schulz (1874-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.E.Schulz' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Melilotus × haussknechtianus O.E.Schulz: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.