Button Medic
Button Medic (Medicago orbicularis) grows up to 2 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is both edible and medicinal.
Habit
Herb
Height
30-80cm
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Loamy, well-drained
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Mediterranean
Climatic Condition
Temperate, subtropical
Temperature (°)
15-30°C
Humidity (%)
50-80%
Potting media
Organic compost
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
300-600g
Flowering Time
Spring, summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
Low
Yield Per Plant
Livestock fodder
NPK ratio
5:10:10
life Span
Annual
Health Benefits
Nitrogen fixer, soil enrichment
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
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Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
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Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Brown or black lesions on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting and stunted growth
Neem oil, compost tea, improve air circulation, sulfur spray, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
Related to alfalfa, it may have nutritional benefits and aid digestion.