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Blackdisk medick

Medicago orbicularis

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About

The Blackdisk medick (Medicago orbicularis) is a species in the genus Medicago. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions. Widely distributed across Africa (Zimbabwe), Asia (Georgia, Japan), Europe (9 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Zimbabwe), Asia (Georgia, Japan), Europe (9 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Medicago orbicularis (Blackdisk medick)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish mielga de caracolillo

French luzerne orbiculaire

German Scheiben-Schneckenklee

Arabic nafal

Similar Species in Medicago

Creeping-rooted medic

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blackdisk medick?

The scientific name of Blackdisk medick is Medicago orbicularis. It belongs to the genus Medicago.

Where does Blackdisk medick live?

Blackdisk medick is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Zimbabwe), Asia (Georgia, Japan), Europe (9 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Georgia, Japan, Netherlands.

What family does Blackdisk medick belong to?

Blackdisk medick (Medicago orbicularis) belongs to the genus Medicago, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

What kingdom does Blackdisk medick belong to?

Blackdisk medick (Medicago orbicularis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Blackdisk medick?

The closest relatives of Blackdisk medick in the genus Medicago include Alfalfa, Alpine Alfalfa, Black Medic, Burclover, Burclover.