Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philistaeum
ID:
412828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zohary

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Israel J. Bot.19: 296 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412160



Common Names

  • Philistaeum Clover
  • Philistaeum Buffalo Clover
  • Philistaeum Trefoil


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Synonyms

  • Chrysaspis stenophylla (Boiss.) Hendrych [illegitimate]
  • Trifolium philistaeum filifolium Zohary [valid]
  • Trifolium lineare filifolium (Zohary) Hendrych [valid]
  • Trifolium stenophyllum Boiss. [illegitimate]

Description

Trifolium philistaeum (also called Philistine Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is native to Europe, North Africa and western Asia and commonly found in grasslands, meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium philistaeum is used as a forage crop and as a soil-improving crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium philistaeum has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a white-green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium philistaeum is a perennial plant native to Europe. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer or fall.

Where to Find Trifolium philistaeum

Trifolium philistaeum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Trifolium philistaeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium philistaeum?

Trifolium philistaeum

What is the common name of Trifolium philistaeum?

Common name of Trifolium philistaeum is not known.

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium philistaeum?

Trifolium philistaeum is native to the Mediterranean region.

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