Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micranthum
ID:
213671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Viv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Fl. Libyc. Spec.: 45 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213000



Common Names

  • Small-Flowered Clover
  • Small-Headed Clover
  • Small-Flowered Trefoil


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Synonyms

  • Trifolium procumbens Pollich [illegitimate]
  • Trifolium filiforme L. [valid]
  • Chrysaspis micrantha (Viv.) Hendrych [valid]
  • Melilotus microcarpa (Viv.) Balb. ex Bernh. [valid]
  • Melilotus anomalus Ledeb. ex Nordm. [valid]
  • Trifolium humillimum Sennen [valid]
  • Trifolium controversum Jan ex DC. [unknown]
  • Trifolium delilii Gibelli & Belli [valid]
  • Trifolium capilliforme Delile ex Nyman [invalid]
  • Amarenus micranthus (Viv.) Fourr. [valid]
  • Amarenus filformis C.Presl [unknown]
  • Chrysaspis filiformis (L.) Desv. [valid]
  • Trifolium filiforme micranthum (Viv.) Bonnier & Layens [valid]
  • Trifolium filiforme microphyllum Ser. [valid]
  • Trifolium filiforme minimum Gaudin [valid]
  • Trifolium filiforme petiolatum Wimm. & Grab. [valid]
  • Trifolium minus microphyllum (Ser.) Rouy [valid]

Description

Trifolium micranthum (also called Small-Flowered Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m in height. It has trifoliate leaves and white or pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium micranthum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as a soil improver and green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium micranthum is a small, white flower with 3 petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with 3 leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium micranthum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Trifolium micranthum

Trifolium micranthum is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Trifolium micranthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium micranthum?

Trifolium micranthum

What is the common name of Trifolium micranthum?

Small-flowered Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium micranthum?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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