Alsike

/ˈælsɪk/ noun

A type of clover (hybrid clover) commonly used as animal fodder and a cover crop in agriculture.

From 'Alsike' (also 'Alsike'), a locality in Sweden where this variety of clover was developed and became prominent. Agricultural plants are often named after the regions where they were cultivated or perfected.

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