Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phitosianum
ID:
412822

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Böhling, Greuter & Raus

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Bot. Chron.13: 39 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412154



Common Names

  • Phitosian Clover
  • Phitosian Buffalo Clover
  • Phitosian Trefoil


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Description

Trifolium phitosianum (also called Phitosian Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows to a height of 10-20 cm and has trifoliate leaves. Its flowers are white or pink and it is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium phitosianum 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 phitosianum 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 phitosianum

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

Trifolium phitosianum FAQ

What are the common uses of Trifolium phitosianum?

Trifolium phitosianum is commonly used as a medicinal herb and as a source of food for livestock.

What is the optimal growing environment for Trifolium phitosianum?

Trifolium phitosianum prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the growth rate of Trifolium phitosianum?

Trifolium phitosianum has a moderate growth rate.

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

References

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Niels Böhling: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Böhling' in the authors string.
Thomas Raus (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raus' in the authors string.