Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tauricus
ID:
186070

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Bieb.) Ser.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
A.P.de Candolle, Prodr.2: 188 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185399



Common Names

  • Tauric Melilot
  • Tauric Sweet Clover
  • Tauric Yellow Clover


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Synonyms

  • Trifolium tauricum M.Bieb. [valid]
  • Melilotus plicatus Steven ex Ser. [valid]
  • Trifolium tauricum M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Melilotus taurica (M.Bieb.) Ser. [unknown]
  • Melilotus melilotus-tauricus Asch. & Graebn. [valid]
  • Trigonella taurica (M.Bieb.) Coulot & Rabaute [valid]

Description

Melilotus tauricus (also called Crimean 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 tauricus 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 tauricus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Melilotus tauricus 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 tauricus

Melilotus tauricus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Melilotus tauricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melilotus tauricus?

Melilotus tauricus

Where is Melilotus tauricus native to?

Central and Eastern Europe

What type of soil does Melilotus tauricus prefer?

Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Friedrich August Marschall von Bieberstein (1768-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Bieb.' in the authors string.
Nicolas Charles Seringe (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ser.' in the authors string.