Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigrescens
ID:
213706

Status:
valid

Authors:
Viv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ital. Fragm.: 12 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213035



Common Names

  • Black Clover
  • Nigrescens Clover
  • Nigrescens Trifolium


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Synonyms

  • Amoria nigrescens (Viv.) Fourr. [valid]

Description

Trifolium nigrescens (also called black 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 nigrescens 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 nigrescens sub. nigrescens
Trifolium nigrescens sub. petrisavii (Clementi) Holmboe

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium nigrescens has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium nigrescens 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 nigrescens

Trifolium nigrescens is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Trifolium nigrescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium nigrescens?

Trifolium nigrescens

What is the common name of Trifolium nigrescens?

Black Clover

What is the family of Trifolium nigrescens?

Fabaceae

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