Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
michaelis
ID:
1316843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greuter

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bocconea25: 115 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329297



Common Names

  • Trifolium Michaelis
  • Michael's Trifolium
  • Michaelian Trifolium


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Description

Trifolium michaelis (also called Michael's Clover, among many other common names) is a small annual herbaceous plant with trifoliate leaves and small pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium michaelis is used as a forage crop and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium michaelis has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. The flowers are followed by long, thin, green seed pods that contain tiny, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium michaelis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought, but will need regular watering during dry spells. It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Trifolium michaelis

Trifolium michaelis is native to the Mediterranean region.

Trifolium michaelis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium michaelis?

Trifolium michaelis

What is the common name of Trifolium michaelis?

Michael's clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium michaelis?

It is native to the western United States, from Oregon to California and Nevada

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

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.