Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Medicago

Species:

Medicago shepardii

USDA Symbol:

MESH3

Growth Characteristics

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Propagation & Germination

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from scarification (nicking or hot water treatment) to break hard seed coat.