Black Medic (Medicago lupulina)

Family: Pea Family (Fabaceae)

Other Names: Blackseed, Nonesuch

Origin: Non-Native, Originated from Europe and Asia

Historic First Bloom Seen: May 29*

GPS For Stand: N 39°04.457' W 84°24.981'

Interesting Facts: This non-native European herb has small yellow flowers with curved black seed pods. It has been naturalized in North America and is found in the dry, open areas of the preserve.

*Average bloom time is based on a compilation of wildflower bloom times from 1975 to present.