Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
meironense
ID:
412510

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zohary & Lerner

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
M.Zohary, Fl. Palaestina2: 457 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411842



Common Names

  • Mauritanian Clover
  • Meiron Clover
  • Trifolium meironense


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Description

Trifolium meironense (also called Meiron Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium meironense 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 meironense has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium meironense is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or fall and cover lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to 6-8 inches apart. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Trifolium meironense

Trifolium meironense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Trifolium meironense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium meironense?

Trifolium meironense

What is the common name of Trifolium meironense?

Meiron Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium meironense?

Grassy meadows, pastures, and roadsides

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

Michael Zohary (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zohary' in the authors string.
Lerner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lerner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:523369-1: Based on the initial data import