Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spumosum
ID:
213752

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 771 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213081



Common Names

  • Foam Clover
  • Foam Trefoil
  • Foam Trifolium


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Synonyms

  • Mistyllus spumosus (L.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Amoria spumosa (L.) Roskov [valid]
  • Trifolium folliculatum Lam. [valid]
  • Trifolium apulum All. [valid]
  • Mistyllus spumosus (L.) Bobrov [unknown]

Description

Trifolium spumosum (also called Foam 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 spumosum 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 spumosum 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 spumosum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of salt spray. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-8.

Where to Find Trifolium spumosum

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

Trifolium spumosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium spumosum?

Trifolium spumosum

What is the common name of Trifolium spumosum?

Foam Clover

What is the habitat of Trifolium spumosum?

Grassy slopes, meadows, and pastures

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