Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gillettianum
ID:
213677

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.-Fél.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Adansonia, n.s., 9: 553 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213006



Common Names

  • Gillett's Clover
  • Gillett's Trefoil
  • Gillett's Suckling Clover


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Description

Trifolium gillettianum (also called Gillett's clover, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.3 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 gillettianum is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium gillettianum is a small, white flower with 3 petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with 3 leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium gillettianum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Trifolium gillettianum

Trifolium gillettianum is native to East Africa. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Trifolium gillettianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium gillettianum?

Trifolium gillettianum

What is the common name of Trifolium gillettianum?

Gillett's Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium gillettianum?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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