Melilotus, known as melilot[3][4] or sweet clover is a genus of legumes in the family Fabaceae, native to Europe, Asia, and Africa. [1] The genus is closely related to Trifolium (clovers).

The scientific name Melilotus comes from the Latin Mel (honey) and Lotus, another genus within the Legume family. It is a popular species for honey production (Baldridge and Lohmiller, 1990).

Yellow sweetclover is a biennial or winter annual legume native to Europe, North Africa and Central Asia. It has been widely introduced as an agricultural plant and has subsequently naturalized …

T he genus " Melilotus" is found in the Mediterranean and southwest Asian areas, but it is now firmly entrenched in the U.S., often as a noxious weed. The name, given by Phillip Miller in 1754, is a …

Apr 12, 2025 · Melilot, also called yellow sweet clover, is a fragrant flowering herb with a long history in European herbal medicine. The dried aerial parts of Melilotus officinalis are best known for …

The native range of this species is Europe to W. Himalaya and Arabian Peninsula. It is an annual or perennial and grows primarily in the temperate biome.

Melilotus refers to a genus of plants known for their medicinal properties, particularly used in the treatment of general venous insufficiency, including conditions such as varicose veins and oedema …

Learn everything about Sweetclover (Melilotus Officinalis) care, including watering schedules, soil requirements, and how to encourage beautiful blooms safely.

Melilotus officinalis, like many others introduced to the US (from Europe in this case), has spread all across the country, found in disturbed ground like roadsides and fields. As its name suggests, …

TAXONOMY: Sweetclovers are part of the Melilotus (Fabaceae) genus.