Status:
valid
Authors:
Jacq.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1767
Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot.2: 21 (1767)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213992
Common Names
- Trifolium pannonicum
- Pannonian Clover
- Pannonian Trefoil
Synonyms
- Trifolium ochroleucon pannonicum (Jacq.) Trevir. [valid]
Description
Trifolium pannonicum (also called Pannonian Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a low-growing habit, with small, oval leaves that are a bright green colour. The flowers are small and white, and the fruit is a small, round seed.
Uses & Benefits
Trifolium pannonicum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Trifolium pannonicum sub. jurkovskii Kožuharov
Trifolium pannonicum sub. pannonicum
Trifolium pannonicum sub. elongatum (Willd.) Zohary
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trifolium pannonicum is yellow and has three petals. The seed is a small, black bean. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium pannonicum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay. It can be grown in a container and will self-seed if allowed to flower. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Trifolium pannonicum
Trifolium pannonicum is native to Europe, and can be found in countries such as Austria, Hungary, and Romania.
Trifolium pannonicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium pannonicum?
Trifolium pannonicum
What is the common name of Trifolium pannonicum?
Hungarian Clover
What is the family of Trifolium pannonicum?
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