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Search Term(s): Medicago sativa   (1 record found)

FABACEAE
Bean Family
Medicago sativa  (alfalfa)   
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Synonym
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Medicago: from ancient Greek Medike, referring to the mythological character Medea, who was the grandaughter of the sun god, Helios; sativa: cultivated
Native Plant
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Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
June-July
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Cultivated and escaping to disturbed areas
State Status
Non-native
Piedmont Status
Non-native
Coastal Plain Status
Non-native
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
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Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
Europe
Wildlife Values
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Medicinal Properties
Parts used: Leaf, Seed. Used internally in tea, tincture, or capsule form as a mineral supplement for broken bones, osteoporosis, to strengthen nails, hair and skin, and to lower LDL/VLDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Topically used as a fresh poultice for wounds.
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
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