Status:
valid
Authors:
Nábelek
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Spisy Prír. Fak. Masarykovy Univ.35: 69 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411792
Common Names
- Longidentatum Hatpins
- Trifolium Hatpins
- Trifolium Longidentatum Hatpins
Description
Trifolium longidentatum (also called Long-toothed 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 longidentatum is used as a fodder crop for livestock, and as a soil-improving crop. It is also used as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium longidentatum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium longidentatum is a perennial herb that grows in wet soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding.
Where to Find Trifolium longidentatum
Trifolium longidentatum can be found in grasslands and meadows in Central and Eastern Europe.
Trifolium longidentatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium longidentatum?
Trifolium longidentatum
What is the common name of Trifolium longidentatum?
Longidentatum Trifolium
What is the natural habitat of Trifolium longidentatum?
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