Melilotus alba
White melilot
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The Melilotus alba plant species is found in Europe to W. Asia. Naturalized in Britain. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as White melilot.

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Latin Name:  Melilotus alba
Common Name:  White melilot
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  Medik.
 
Known Hazards:  Dried leaves can be toxic though the fresh leaves are quite safe[76]. This is due to the presence of coumarin, the substance that gives some dried plants the smell of new mown hay. Taken internally it can prevent the blood from clotting[207].
 
Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Fields and waste places on dry, not acid soils[17].

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