Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubens
ID:
214671

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 768 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214000



Common Names

  • Trifolium rubens
  • Red Clover
  • Red Trefoil


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Synonyms

  • Lagopus glaber Bernh. [valid]
  • Triphylloides rubens (L.) Moench [valid]
  • Trifolium eriocaulon Scheele [valid]
  • Trifolium rubens furcata Ser. [valid]
  • Trifolium rubens ramosissima Ser. [valid]
  • Trifolium rubens villosum Vis. & Sacc. [valid]
  • Trifolium rubens guarensis Pau [unknown]

Description

Trifolium rubens (also called Red Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a low-growing habit, with small, oval leaves that are a bright green colour. The flowers are small and white, and the fruit is a small, round seed.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium rubens is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium rubens is yellow and has three petals. The seed is a small, black bean. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium rubens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay. It can be grown in a container and will self-seed if allowed to flower. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Trifolium rubens

Trifolium rubens is native to Europe, and can be found in countries such as France, Spain, and Italy.

Trifolium rubens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium rubens?

Trifolium rubens

What is the family of Trifolium rubens?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Trifolium rubens?

Red clover

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