Melilotus altissimus Thuill.

  • Authority

    Gleason, Henry A. & Cronquist, Arthur J. 1991. Manual of vascular plants of northeastern United States and adjacent Canada. lxxv + 910 pp.

  • Family

    Fabaceae

  • Scientific Name

    Melilotus altissimus Thuill.

  • Description

    Species Description - Much like no. 2 [Melilotus officinalis (L.) Pall.], but sometimes short-lived perennial, and with pubescent, reticulate-veined, mostly 2-seeded frs 5–6 mm; 2n=16. Native of Eurasia, adventive here and there in our range.