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.

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

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From Flora of Indiana (1940) by Charles C. Deam

Indiana Coefficient of Conservatism: C = null, non-native

Wetland Indicator Status: N/A