field image of Medicago lupulina BLACK MEDICK at the James Woodworth Prairie Preserve - showing stems, leaves and flower heads, as well as fruiting clusters (hairy green balls, which will turn black as seeds mature)
close up image of Medicago lupulina BLACK MEDICK at the James Woodworth Prairie Preserve - a single flower head blooming, some flowers almost open, others in full bloomThis species is featured in the soon-to-be-published book, Elusive Splendor: Wildflowers of the Tall Grass Prairie. Contact frank@black-sweater-art.com for more information.
field image of Medicago lupulina BLACK MEDICK at the James Woodworth Prairie Preserve - showing several flower heads just prior to bloom and clover-like leaves and stems