Alfalfa

Alfalfa, scientifically known as “Medicago sativa”, is a perennial plant used mainly as animal feed. Alfalfa is considered one of the most important forage crops in the world due to its high nutritional value and ability to improve soil. Alfalfa is also known in some areas as “clover”.

Characteristics of alfalfa:

Leaves: The leaves are small and oval or rectangular in shape.

Flowers: Alfalfa produces small flowers that are usually purple or blue in color.

Roots: It has deep roots that enable it to obtain water from the lower layers of the soil, making it able to resist drought.

Strong and long-term growth: Alfalfa is a perennial plant that can continue to grow for periods ranging from 4 to 8 years.

Tolerance to difficult conditions: Alfalfa can withstand both high and low temperatures, and is considered a resistant plant For dehydration.