Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diffusum
ID:
214634

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehrh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1792

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Naturk. Verw. Wiss.7: 165 (1792)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213963



Common Names

  • Diffusum Clover
  • Diffusum Trefoil
  • Trefoil Clover


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Synonyms

  • Trifolium circumscissum Pers. [valid]
  • Trifolium ciliosum Thuill. [valid]
  • Trifolium purpurascens Roth [valid]
  • Trifolium hirtum diffusum (Ehrh.) Bonnier [valid]
  • Trifolium pratense diffusum (Ehrh.) Gibelli & Belli [valid]

Description

Trifolium diffusum (also called Diffuse Clover, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium diffusum is used as a cover crop and forage crop, and is also used for its fragrant flowers, which are used in perfumes and soaps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium diffusum is yellow and has three petals. The seed is a small, black bean. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium diffusum is a perennial herb that grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It is propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, Trifolium diffusum is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Trifolium diffusum

Trifolium diffusum is native to Europe, and can be found in countries such as France, Spain, and Italy.

Trifolium diffusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium diffusum?

Trifolium diffusum

What is the common name of Trifolium diffusum?

Diffuse Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium diffusum?

It is found in temperate grasslands in North America

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