What is the main characteristic of Medicago orbicularis?
The most distinctive feature of Medicago orbicularis is its coiled, disc-shaped seed pods, which are typically brown when mature.
Blackdisk Medick (Medicago orbicularis) is a low-growing annual herb with trifoliate leaves and small yellow flowers, producing distinctive coiled seed pods.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Soil
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly in spring.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is ideal.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy.
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Outdoor
Fertilize sparingly in spring.
Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.1-0.3 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None (Annual)
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound, Trifoliate
Flower Size
0.5-0.8 cm
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Non-toxic to pets and humans.