Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
haussknechtii
ID:
189521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient.2: 125 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188850



Common Names

  • Haussknechtii Trifolium
  • Haussknechtii Clover
  • Trifolium Haussknechtii


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Synonyms

  • Trifolium candollei Post [valid]
  • Trifolium haussknechtii candollei (Post) Hossain [valid]

Description

Trifolium haussknechtii (also called Haussknecht's clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium haussknechtii is used as a fodder crop for livestock, as a green manure crop, and as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium haussknechtii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium haussknechtii can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly to keep it moist. The seeds will germinate in 10-14 days. Thin the seedlings to a spacing of 15-20 cm. Fertilize the plants regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Trifolium haussknechtii

Trifolium haussknechtii can be found in the Middle East, particularly in Iran.

Trifolium haussknechtii FAQ

What are the common names of Trifolium haussknechtii?

It is commonly known as the Haussknecht's clover.

What is the origin of Trifolium haussknechtii?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Trifolium haussknechtii?

It is used as a forage crop and as a source of food.

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