Medicago Sativa (Noun)
Meaning
Important European leguminous forage plant with trifoliate leaves and blue-violet flowers grown widely as a pasture and hay crop.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Medicago sativa is an important leguminous forage crop that is widely cultivated in Europe for its nutritional value.
- The farmer's fields were dominated by medicago sativa, which provided a rich source of nutrition for his livestock.
- Medicago sativa is a versatile crop that can be used for both pasture and hay production, making it a staple in European agriculture.
- In addition to its uses as a forage crop, medicago sativa also has the potential to improve soil health through its nitrogen-fixing properties.
- As a cool-season legume, medicago sativa thrives in the temperate climates found throughout much of Europe.