Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incarnatum
ID:
213681

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 769 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213010



Common Names

  • Crimson Clover
  • Italian Clover
  • Scarlet Clover


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Synonyms

  • Trifolium incarnatum incarnatum [unknown]
  • Trifolium stramineum C.Presl [valid]
  • Trifolium incarnatum molinerii (Hornem.) DC. [unknown]
  • Trifolium incarnatum incarnatum [unknown]
  • Trifolium noeanum Rchb. ex W.D.J.Koch [valid]
  • Trifolium incarnatum intermedium Kožuharov [unknown]
  • Trifolium incarnatum minor Kožuharov [unknown]
  • Trifolium incarnatum albiflorum Merino [valid]
  • Trifolium incarnatum albiflorum St.-Lag. [valid]
  • Trifolium incarnatum album Alef. [valid]
  • Trifolium incarnatum atropurpureum Alef. [valid]
  • Trifolium incarnatum carneum Alef. [valid]
  • Trifolium incarnatum elatius Gibelli & Belli [valid]
  • Trifolium incarnatum noisettii Alef. [valid]
  • Trifolium incarnatum sativum Ducommun [valid]
  • Trifolium incarnatum vilmorinii Alef. [valid]
  • Trifolium stellatum incarnatum (L.) Gibelli & Belli [valid]
  • Trifolium stellatum stramineum (C.Presl) Gibelli & Belli [valid]
  • Trifolium stellatum stramineum (C.Presl) Gibelli & Belli [valid]
  • Trifolium stellatum elatius Gibelli & Belli [valid]
  • Trifolium incarnatum molinerii (Balb. ex Hornem.) P.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Trifolium incarnatum minor Barnola [invalid]
  • Trifolium molinerii Balb. ex Hornem. [unknown]
  • Trifolium molinerii Colla [illegitimate]
  • Trifolium incarnatum molinerii (Hornem.) Ces. [valid]

Description

Trifolium incarnatum (also called crimson 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 incarnatum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Trifolium incarnatum sub. molinerii (Hornem.) Syme

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium incarnatum 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 incarnatum is an annual or biennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in early spring in well-drained soil. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Trifolium incarnatum

Trifolium incarnatum is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Trifolium incarnatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium incarnatum?

Trifolium incarnatum

What is the common name of Trifolium incarnatum?

Crimson Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium incarnatum?

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