Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vestitum
ID:
180316

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Heller & Zohary

Source:
ildis

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Genus Trifolium: 579 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179645



Common Names

  • Hairy Clover
  • Vestitum Clover
  • Trefoil Clover


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Description

Trifolium vestitum (also called White Clover, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It is a low-growing plant with white flowers and three-lobed leaves. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium vestitum is used in the garden as a ground cover and for erosion control. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trifolium vestitum are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are short and have a single stem with leaves that are oval-shaped and have serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium vestitum is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, herbaceous perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in late summer. The plant can be divided in spring.

Where to Find Trifolium vestitum

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

Trifolium vestitum FAQ

What is the scientific name of this plant?

Trifolium vestitum

What is the common name of this plant?

Vestite clover

What type of plant is this?

Perennial flowering plant

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

David Heller (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Heller' in the authors string.
Michael Zohary (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zohary' in the authors string.