Southern medick

Medicago turbinata is a member of the Fabaceae family and is commonly referred to as Southern medick. It is found in regions such as Portugal, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, and the United States, as well as in North Africa and other Mediterranean areas. The plant is notable for its association with Sinorhizobium medicae, a bacterium that facilitates nitrogen fixation. A lectin extracted from the plant has been studied for its phytohaemagglutinin properties, though its utility is limited. The species was first published in 1785 and is recognized for its ecological and agricultural significance in various regions.