Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argutum
ID:
213636

Status:
valid

Authors:
Banks & Sol.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
A.Russell, Nat. Hist. Aleppo, ed. 2, 2: 260 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212965



Common Names

  • Trifolium argutum
  • Sharp-leaved clover
  • Argutum clover


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Synonyms

  • Trifolium moriferum Boiss. [valid]
  • Trifolium xerocephalum Fenzl [valid]
  • Mistyllus argutus (Banks & Sol.) Soják [valid]
  • Trifolium ornatum E.D.Clarke [valid]
  • Trifolium argutum cruentum (Bornm.) Eig [valid]
  • Trifolium xerocephalum cruentum Bornm. [valid]

Description

Trifolium argutum (also called large hop clover, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.4 m in height. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides. It has small, white flowers with yellowish centers.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium argutum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as a soil improver and green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium argutum is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium argutum is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Trifolium argutum

Trifolium argutum is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and in North Africa.

Trifolium argutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium argutum?

Trifolium argutum

What is the common name of Trifolium argutum?

Sharp-leaved clover

What is the growth habit of Trifolium argutum?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit

Species in the Trifolium genus

Trifolium sarosiense, Trifolium albopurpureum, Trifolium attenuatum, Trifolium bejariense, Trifolium brandegei, Trifolium howellii, Trifolium latifolium, Trifolium leibergii, Trifolium obtusiflorum, Trifolium polyodon, Trifolium riograndense, Trifolium trichocalyx, Trifolium virginicum, Trifolium olivaceum, Trifolium rhombeum, Trifolium appendiculatum, Trifolium andersonii, Trifolium lemmonii, Trifolium thompsonii, Trifolium wigginsii, Trifolium amabile, Trifolium andinum, Trifolium barbigerum, Trifolium beckwithii, Trifolium bifidum, Trifolium bolanderi, Trifolium breweri, Trifolium carolinianum, Trifolium chilense, Trifolium ciliolatum, Trifolium cyathiferum, Trifolium dasyphyllum, Trifolium depauperatum, Trifolium fucatum, Trifolium gracilentum, Trifolium haydenii, Trifolium kingii, Trifolium longipes, Trifolium macraei, Trifolium macrocephalum, Trifolium microcephalum, Trifolium microdon, Trifolium monanthum, Trifolium nanum, Trifolium oliganthum, Trifolium parryi, Trifolium physanthum, Trifolium plumosum, Trifolium polymorphum, Trifolium reflexum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Daniel Solander (1733-1782): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sol.' in the authors string.
Joseph Banks (1743-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banks' in the authors string.