Melilotus schoenheitianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hausskn.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Geogr. Ges. (Thüringen) Jena8: 37 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000373943
Common Names
- Schoenheitianus Melilot
- White Sweet Clover
- Common Melilot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Melilotus schoenheitianus (also called Schoenheit's sweetclover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has yellow flowers. It is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Melilotus schoenheitianus is used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and for its essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White, with five petals, and yellow stamens. Seed: Small, dark brown, and round. Seedlings: Oval-shaped, with a single seed leaf.
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Melilotus schoenheitianus is a perennial legume that is native to temperate regions of the world. It is an easy to grow plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade, but can tolerate full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to deadhead spent flowers to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Melilotus schoenheitianus
Melilotus schoenheitianus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Melilotus schoenheitianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melilotus schoenheitianus?
Melilotus schoenheitianus
What is the common name of Melilotus schoenheitianus?
Schoenheit's Yellow Sweetclover
What is the habitat of Melilotus schoenheitianus?
It is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas
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
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:507037-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Melilotus × schoenheitianus Hausskn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.