Little Burr Medic

Species: Burr medic (Medicago polymorpha L.)
Cultivars: Armadillo
Origin: Mediterranean region
Use: Grazing, pasture
Description:
General:

Life Span:

 Short, 0.5-1.0 foot tall, prostrate to erect growth, seeds have prickles and glabrous leaves.
Annual
Adaptation:
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Soil:
Rainfall:
Temperature:		 5.9-8.2
Loam, clay-loam.
12-75 Inches.
32º F (minimum).
Management:
Seeding Rate:
Planting Date:
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Seed Cost:
Season of Use:
Production:		 8-10 lb PLS/A
September-October
<0.25 inch
$15-18/A
March-May
2000-3000 lbs/A
Notes:
  • There is potential for bloat when high in protein.
  • Large percentage of hard seed (good reseeder).
  • Inoculate with Rhizobia bacteria specific to medic (Type N).

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