Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcephalum
ID:
174994

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pursh

Source:
ildis

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Fl. Amer. Sept.2: 478 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174323



Common Names

  • Smallhead Clover
  • Smallheaded Clover
  • Smallhead Meadow Clover


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Synonyms

  • Trifolium microcephalum lemmonii Lojac. [valid]
  • Lojaconoa microcephala (Pursh) Bobrov [valid]
  • Trifolium multiflorum Greene [unknown]
  • Trifolium microcephalum velutinum McDermott [valid]
  • Trifolium microcephalum bipedale Hook. [valid]
  • Trifolium microcephalum glabrum Hook. [valid]

Description

Trifolium microcephalum (also called Small-head Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has small, white flowers, and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium microcephalum is used as a cover crop and forage crop for livestock. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium microcephalum has small, white flowers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short, thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium microcephalum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or by division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in late spring or early summer. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Trifolium microcephalum

Trifolium microcephalum is native to western North America and can be found in dry, open areas, such as meadows, grasslands, and roadsides.

Trifolium microcephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium microcephalum?

Trifolium microcephalum

What is the common name of Trifolium microcephalum?

Small-headed Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium microcephalum?

It is native to western North America from British Columbia to California

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