Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polystachyum
ID:
213721

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fresen.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Flora22: 50 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213050



Common Names

  • Polystachyum Clover
  • Polystachyum Trefoil
  • Polystachyum Trifolium


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Synonyms

  • Ochreata polystachya (Fresen.) Bobrov [valid]

Description

Trifolium polystachyum (also called Many-spike Clover, among many other common names) is a small, annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a low-growing habit and grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium polystachyum 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 polystachyum var. polystachyum
Trifolium polystachyum var. psoraleoides Welw. ex Hiern

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium polystachyum 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 polystachyum 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 polystachyum

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

Trifolium polystachyum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium polystachyum?

Trifolium polystachyum

What is the common name of Trifolium polystachyum?

Many-spiked Clover

What is the family of Trifolium polystachyum?

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