Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heldreichianum
ID:
214641

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gibelli & Belli) Hausskn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Mitth. Thüring. Bot. Vereins, n.s., 5: 72 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213970



Common Names

  • Heldreichianum Clover
  • Heldreichianum Trefoil
  • Trefoil Clover


Searching for Trifolium heldreichianum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Trifolium flexuosum heldreichianum Gibelli & Belli [valid]

Description

Trifolium heldreichianum (also called Heldreich's Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Balkans and the Middle East. It has a low-growing habit, with small, oval leaves that are a bright green colour. The flowers are small and white, and the fruit is a small, round seed.

Uses & Benefits

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

Searching for Trifolium heldreichianum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium heldreichianum is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 20 cm apart. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided into clumps of 3-5 plants and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Trifolium heldreichianum

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

Trifolium heldreichianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium heldreichianum?

Trifolium heldreichianum

What is the common name of Trifolium heldreichianum?

Heldreich's Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium heldreichianum?

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

Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' 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.