Sweetclover or White Sweet Clover

Sweetclover or White Sweet Clover[Melilotus officinalis] found at Fletcher Park on 11 July 2013. It’s the member of the Pea or Bean (Fabaceae) family. Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide, pages 60-61, states it blooms in late spring to fall and can be found on roadsides and waste places. It also lists it’s scientific name as Melilotus alba.

USDA Plants Listing: Melilotus officinalis

Sweetclover at Fletcher Park - 11 July 2013

Sweetclover at Fletcher Park – 11 July 2013

Sweetclover (closer) - 11 July 2013

Sweetclover (closer) – 11 July 2013