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Wildflowers of the Stuttgart Area

Melilotus officinalis

Family : LEGUMINOSAE/FABACEAE (Pea Family)
Common Name (UK) : Ribbed Melilot (Sweet Clover)
Common Name (DE) : Echter Steinklee
Common Name (FR) : Mélilot officinal
Habitat : Waste and disturbed ground.
Remarks : Introduced to the U.S. where it is considered invasive
First appearing : June
Abundance :

  • Photo Date : June 21, 2005
  • Location : Beethovenstrasse, Botnang, Stuttgart.
    N48° 35.454' E9° 02.741'