Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montanum
ID:
213702

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 770 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213031



Common Names

  • Mountain Clover
  • Montanum Clover
  • Montanum Trifolium


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Synonyms

  • Amoria montana (L.) Soják [valid]
  • Amoria montana (L.) Sojak [deprecated]
  • Lagopus montanus (L.) Bernh. [valid]

Description

Trifolium montanum (also called mountain clover, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.3 m in height. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides. It has small, white flowers with yellowish centers.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium montanum is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Trifolium montanum sub. rupestre (Ten.) Nyman
Trifolium montanum sub. montanum
Trifolium montanum sub. humboldtianum (A.Braun & Asch.) M.Hossain
Trifolium montanum var. gayanum Gordon

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium montanum 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 montanum is a perennial plant that is grown from seed. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is also tolerant of poor soil conditions.

Where to Find Trifolium montanum

Trifolium montanum is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Trifolium montanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium montanum?

Trifolium montanum

What is the common name of Trifolium montanum?

Mountain Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium montanum?

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