Status:
valid
Authors:
Vincent & Rand.Morgan
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Novon8: 91 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411797
Common Names
- Trifolium jokerstii
- Jokerst's Clover
- Jokerst Clover
Description
Trifolium jokerstii (also called Jokerst's Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers with three petals and grows in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Trifolium jokerstii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and to help control erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium jokerstii has white flowers with yellow centers and three seeds per flower. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a rosette of leaves at the base.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium jokerstii is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Trifolium jokerstii
Trifolium jokerstii can be found in grasslands and meadows in Central and Eastern Europe.
Trifolium jokerstii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium jokerstii?
Trifolium jokerstii
What is the common name of Trifolium jokerstii?
Jokerstii Trifolium
What is the natural habitat of Trifolium jokerstii?
Tropical rainforests
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