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Mediterranean Melilot

Melilotus sulcatus

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Description:

Also known as Grooved Melilot, this is a herbaceous perennial with erect stems and alternate leaves distinguished by its yellow flowers arranged in clusters of 12-25 flowers. The fruits are globose, 3-4 mm, with a regular set of concentric curved ribs. The leaves have toothed stipules.

Notes:

Maltese name: Trew Komuni

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PublishedApril 15, 2013

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