Bur Clover (Medicago polymorpha): Annual Legume for Soil Improvement

Bur clover, also called fimbriate medick, is a low-growing, annual legume with trifoliate leaves and small, yellow, pea-like flowers. It produces spiny, coiled seed pods (burs) that cling to fur and clothing. It's a valuable cover crop and forage plant.

Botanical Profile

Native to the Mediterranean, this plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It fixes nitrogen, improving soil fertility. Used as a winter cover crop, in orchards, and for erosion control. The burs can be a nuisance in lawns and pet fur.