Trifolium purseglovei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.B.Gillett
Source:
ildis
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.7: 383 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213059
Common Names
- Purseglove's Clover
- Purseglove's Trefoil
- Purseglove's Trifolium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trifolium purseglovei (also called Purseglove's 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 purseglovei is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as a cover crop to help prevent soil erosion and improve soil fertility.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium purseglovei 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trifolium purseglovei 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 purseglovei
Trifolium purseglovei is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and meadows.
Trifolium purseglovei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium purseglovei?
Trifolium purseglovei
What is the common name of Trifolium purseglovei?
Purseglove's Clover
What is the family of Trifolium purseglovei?
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
References
Jan Bevington Gillett (1911-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Gillett' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Trifolium purseglovei J.B.Gillett: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.