Violet Wildflower
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Wildflowers of Tucson, Arizona |
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Name: Medicago
sativa Common Name: Alfalfa Flower Color: Purple, sometimes yellow Plant Type: Herb, Annual, Perennial Height: To 3 feet (91 cm) tall Date Observed: March 26, 2005 Notes: The pea-like flowers are found in terminal clusters of 8 to 25 flowers that emerge from the leaf axils. The flowers are followed by coiled seedpods. The dark green, pinnate leaves have 3 leaflets that are toothed near the tips. This introduced, forage plant occasionally escapes from cultivation. |
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