Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humile
ID:
213773

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ball

Source:
ildis

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.11: 306 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213102



Common Names

  • Humble Clover
  • Humble Trefoil
  • Humble Trifolium


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Description

Trifolium humile (also called Dwarf Clover, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers that appear in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium humile is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as a cover crop to help prevent soil erosion and improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium humile has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have green leaves with white veins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium humile is a perennial plant that is native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted immediately. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Trifolium humile

Trifolium humile is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Trifolium humile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium humile?

Trifolium humile

What is the common name of Trifolium humile?

Humble Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium humile?

It is native to Europe

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