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White Sweetclover

Melilotus albus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fabales ›Family: Fabaceae ›Genus: Melilotus

About

Melilotus albus (Bokhara clover, honey clover, tree clover, sweet clover, white-flowered sweet clover, white sweet clover, white melilot), is a legume sometimes grown for forage. White sweet clover is a major source of nectar for an apiary. Its characteristic sweet odour, intensified by drying, is derived from coumarin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of White Sweetclover?
The scientific name of White Sweetclover is Melilotus albus.
What kingdom does White Sweetclover belong to?
White Sweetclover belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does White Sweetclover belong to?
White Sweetclover belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does White Sweetclover belong to?
White Sweetclover belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does White Sweetclover belong to?
White Sweetclover belongs to the order Fabales.
What family does White Sweetclover belong to?
White Sweetclover belongs to the family Fabaceae.
What genus does White Sweetclover belong to?
White Sweetclover belongs to the genus Melilotus.