Also known as Elegant Sweet-Clover · Elegant Sweetclover
Melilotus elegans, the elegant melilot, is a delicate, herbaceous annual or biennial plant producing slender stems topped with fragrant, yellow, pea-like flowers in racem
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, but avoid prolonged drought.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures; avoid extreme heat or frost.
Low
25% intensity
Minimal feeding required; benefits from a light, balanced fertilizer in spring if needed.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Melilotus elegans prefers consistent moisture but dislikes waterlogged conditions. Reduce watering during winter dormancy.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage denser growth. Remove dead or spent flower stalks to prevent unwanted seed spread.
Light pruning can be done in early spring to shape the plant and remove any winter damage.
Melilotus elegans is typically propagated by seed. Sow seeds in spring or autumn. Scarification or a period of cold stratification can improve germination rates.
It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.
Repot young plants annually or biennially in spring as needed. Established plants in the ground rarely require repotting. If container-grown, choose a pot with adequate drainage and use a well-draining potting mix.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Photos of Elegant Melilot (Melilotus elegans)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Melilotus |
| Species | Melilotus elegans |
Similar in genus Melilotus
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