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The genus Medicago (Leguminosae) in southern Africa

C. H. Stirton
Bothalia | Vol 14, No 1 | a1132 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.4102/abc.v14i1.1132 | © 1982 Copyright Status: Not provided. Contact Holding Institution to verify copyright status. Rights Holder: South African National Biodiversity Institute
Submitted: 29 October 1982 | Published: 31 October 1982

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C. H. Stirton, Botanical Research Insitute, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, South Africa

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Abstract

Four species of Medicago have become naturalized in southern Africa: M. laciniata, M. polymorpha, M. sativa and M. lupulina. Their morphological variation and geographical distribution is discussed and a key is provided.


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