Medicago falcata L.

Locations ofMedicago falcata L. in Virginia

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Family
Fabaceae
Botanical Name
Medicago falcata L.
Common Name
Yellow Alfalfa, Sickle Medick
Synonym(s)
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
in Taxa Not Treated: Waifs
Comments
The sole Virginia voucher for this taxon needs critical examination. The distinction between Medicago falcata and M. sativa has been questioned by a number of authorities; see Flora of the Southeastern U.S. account of M. sativa for a detailed discussion.
Habitat
In meadow, Burkes Garden, Tazwell Co. Known from a single, 1965 collection.
Native Status
Introduced

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