Trifolium lucanicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Guss.
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213976
Common Names
- Lucanicum Clover
- Lucanicum Trefoil
- Trefoil Clover
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trifolium lucanicum (also called Lucan's Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. 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 lucanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a green manure and fodder crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trifolium lucanicum is yellow and has three petals. The seed is a small, black bean. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trifolium lucanicum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the root crowns. Seeds should be sown in early spring and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.
Where to Find Trifolium lucanicum
Trifolium lucanicum is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in countries such as Italy, Greece, and Turkey.
Trifolium lucanicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium lucanicum?
Trifolium lucanicum
What is the common name of Trifolium lucanicum?
Lucanian Clover
What is the natural habitat of Trifolium lucanicum?
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
Giovanni Gussone (1787-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:523318-1: Based on the initial data import