Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chlorotrichum
ID:
412598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Balansa

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Diagn. Pl. Orient., ser. 2, 6: 48 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411930



Common Names

  • Chlorotrichum Clover
  • Chlorotrichum Trefoil
  • Chlorotrichum Trifoil


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Synonyms

  • Calycomorphum chlorotrichum (Boiss. & Balansa) Soják [valid]

Description

Trifolium chlorotrichum (also called Yellow-haired Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small, yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, North Africa and western Asia and commonly found in grasslands, meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium chlorotrichum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used as a soil improver and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium chlorotrichum is a small, white or yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium chlorotrichum is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Trifolium chlorotrichum

Trifolium chlorotrichum is native to Europe and North Africa.

Trifolium chlorotrichum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium chlorotrichum?

Trifolium chlorotrichum

What is the common name of Trifolium chlorotrichum?

Yellow-haired Clover

What is the habitat of Trifolium chlorotrichum?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:523004-1: Based on the initial data import