Alfalfa: meaning, definitions and examples
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alfalfa
[ รฆlหfรฆl.fษ ]
plant agriculture
Alfalfa is a perennial flowering plant in the legume family, known scientifically as Medicago sativa. It is widely grown as an important forage crop for livestock, valued for its high protein content and nutritional benefits. The plant is recognized for its extensive root system and ability to enrich soil through nitrogen fixation.
Synonyms
Medicago sativa, forage, lucerne.
Examples of usage
- Farmers often use alfalfa as feed for dairy cows.
- Alfalfa is rich in vitamins and minerals.
- This crop improves soil health by adding nitrogen.
Translations
Translations of the word "alfalfa" in other languages:
๐ต๐น alfafa
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคฒเฅเคซเคพเคฒเฅเคซเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Alfalfa
๐ฎ๐ฉ alfalfa
๐บ๐ฆ ะฐะปัะฐะปััะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ alfalfa
๐ฏ๐ต ใขใซใใกใซใใก
๐ซ๐ท alfalfa
๐ช๐ธ alfalfa
๐น๐ท alfalfa
๐ฐ๐ท ์ํํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃููุงููุง
๐จ๐ฟ alfalfa
๐ธ๐ฐ alfalfa
๐จ๐ณ ็ดซ่ฑ่่ฟ
๐ธ๐ฎ alfalfa
๐ฎ๐ธ alfalfa
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐะปัะฐะปััะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแคแแแคแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ alfalfa
๐ฒ๐ฝ alfalfa
Etymology
The word 'alfalfa' comes from the Spanish term 'alfalfa,' which is derived from Arabic 'al-fac-fakha' or 'ุงููุตูุตุฉ,' meaning 'the best fodder.' This reflects its importance as a high-quality forage crop. Alfalfa has a long history of cultivation, dating back over 2,000 years, with origins in the Middle East. It was introduced to Europe in the 18th century and later brought to North America by Spanish colonists, where it adapted exceptionally well to various climates, contributing significantly to livestock agriculture. Its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil has made it a valuable crop, promoting sustainable farming practices.