Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
modestum
ID:
412526

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 27 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411858



Common Names

  • Modestum Clover
  • Trifolium modestum
  • Modest Clover


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Synonyms

  • Trifolium fragiferum modestum (Boiss.) Gibelli & Belli [valid]

Description

Trifolium modestum (also called Modest 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 modestum 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

The flower of Trifolium modestum is a small, yellow, clover-like flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium modestum is a small annual plant native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It can be grown from seed or propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Trifolium modestum

Trifolium modestum is native to Europe and North Africa.

Trifolium modestum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium modestum?

Trifolium modestum

What is the common name of Trifolium modestum?

Modest Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium modestum?

Grasslands, meadows, 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