Sea medick (Medicago marina)

Sea medick

Perennial grass, gray to greenish gray, branched and prostrate, with stems of 10 to 50 cm. The stems are very pale and lanuginous. Both trifoliate leaves and buds are densely covered with soft hairs.

Scientific classification

Species

Sea medick (Medicago marina)

Legumes, milkworts and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Yellow

Flower Color

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Distribution of Sea medick

Distribution Map

Sea medick is naturally found in the coastal regions surrounding the Mediterranean Sea and extending to parts of the northwestern African coast. Its range also includes the eastern regions along the Black Sea and some areas in western Europe. Sea medick's spread is characterized by a preference for warmer coastal climates found within these major regions.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Coastal habitats, beaches, sand dunes

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Culture

Interesting Facts

Medick is often mistaken for clover. It is said that once while Napoleon was marching across a grassland, he found a medick. He was interested in it. When he bent down to pick it, he actually avoided a bullet that was shot and survived. So medick is known as a symbol of luck.

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Care Guide for Sea medick

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Originating from coastal regions, sea medick thrives in saline, arid sandy habitats. It prefers dry conditions and is drought-tolerant, needing weekly watering. Outdoor placement allows it to benefit from natural precipitation and the well-draining soil typical of its environment.

Pruning: Sea medick thrives in coastal areas, exhibiting trailing stems and yellow flowers. Prune in early to late spring to enhance growth and shape, avoiding heavy cuts to reduce stress. Utilize clean tools for health, ensuring proper airflow and disease prevention while adapting techniques to the plant's health.

Propagation: Sea medick is a coastal legume capable of thriving in saline conditions. Propagation involves taking healthy, semi-woody cuttings, making clean cuts below a node. Use a well-draining sandy medium and maintain humidity while keeping the medium consistently moist, avoiding waterlogging for successful rooting.

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