Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpureum
ID:
213726

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loisel.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Fl. Gall.: 484 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213055



Common Names

  • Purple Clover
  • Purpureum Clover
  • Purpureum Trifolium


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Synonyms

  • Trifolium loisleuri Rouy [unknown]
  • Trifolium angustifolium purpureum (Loisel.) Ponert [valid]
  • Trifolium angustifolium purpureum (Loisel.) Gibelli & Belli [unknown]

Description

Trifolium purpureum (also called Purple 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 purpureum 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 purpureum var. purpureum
Trifolium purpureum var. desvauxii (Boiss. & Blanche) Post

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium purpureum 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 purpureum is an annual or biennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in early spring in well-drained soil. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Trifolium purpureum

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

Trifolium purpureum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium purpureum?

Trifolium purpureum

What is the common name of Trifolium purpureum?

Purple Clover

What is the family of Trifolium purpureum?

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