Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolopium
ID:
214635

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heldr. & Hochst. ex Gibelli & Belli

Source:
ildis

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Malpighia3: 228 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213964



Common Names

  • Dolopium Clover
  • Dolopium Trefoil
  • Trefoil Clover


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Synonyms

  • Chrysaspis dolopia (Heldr. & Hochst. ex Gibelli & Belli) Hendrych [valid]
  • Trifolium patens koronense Hausskn. [valid]

Description

Trifolium dolopium (also called Dolop 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 dolopium 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 dolopium 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 dolopium 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 dolopium is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Trifolium dolopium

Trifolium dolopium is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in countries such as Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus.

Trifolium dolopium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium dolopium?

Trifolium dolopium

What is the common name of Trifolium dolopium?

Dolopium Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium dolopium?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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

Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Carlo Saverio Belli (1852-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Belli' in the authors string.
Giuseppe Gibelli (1831-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gibelli' in the authors string.