Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palaestinum
ID:
186929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 21 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186258



Common Names

  • Trifolium Palaestinum
  • Palestine Clover
  • Crimson Clover


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Description

Trifolium palaestinum (also called Palestine Clover, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that can grow up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Middle East and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium palaestinum is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomach ailments, and skin diseases. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium palaestinum has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seed is a flat, brown, oblong bean. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium palaestinum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate drought and flooding. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Trifolium palaestinum

Trifolium palaestinum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Israel, Palestine, and Jordan.

Trifolium palaestinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium palaestinum?

Trifolium palaestinum

What is the common name of Trifolium palaestinum?

Palestine Clover

Where is Trifolium palaestinum native to?

Middle East

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