What is Black Medick?
Black Medick (Medicago lupulina) is a member of the Fabaceae family and is known for its edible and medicinal properties. Black Medick (Latin: Medicago lupulina, family Fabaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
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Black Medick (Medicago lupulina) is a member of the Fabaceae family and is known for its edible and medicinal properties. Black Medick (Latin: Medicago lupulina, family Fabaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Black Medick is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Black Medick is a member of the Fabaceae family native to AFG, ALB, ALG, AUT, AZO, and BAL. Black Medick thrives in light to medium soil and prefers a pH range of 5.5 to 8.
Black Medick grows best in USDA zone 4-8, 7/10 light, moist water, and annual, perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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