Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vernum
ID:
175008

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile41: 687 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174337



Common Names

  • Early Clover
  • Spring Clover
  • Winter Clover


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Description

Trifolium vernum (also called Spring Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has small, white flowers, and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium vernum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil-stabilizing cover crop, and as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium vernum has small, white flowers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short, thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium vernum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or by division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in late spring or early summer. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Trifolium vernum

Trifolium vernum is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands. It is a perennial plant and can be found in Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, and Switzerland.

Trifolium vernum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium vernum?

Trifolium vernum

What is the common name of Trifolium vernum?

Spring Clover

What is the growth habit of Trifolium vernum?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit.

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