Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xanthinum
ID:
185949

Status:
valid

Authors:
Freyn

Source:
ildis

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Bot. Centralbl.1: 308 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185278



Common Names

  • Trifolium xanthinum
  • Yellow Clover
  • Yellow Trefoil


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Synonyms

  • Trifolium stellatum xanthinum (Freyn) Bald. [unknown]

Description

Trifolium xanthinum (also called 'Yellow Trifolium', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium xanthinum is used as a forage crop for livestock and as a soil-enriching cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium xanthinum has small, white or pink flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium xanthinum is native to the Mediterranean region and is easily grown in well-drained soils in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring. It is a short-lived perennial, so it should be divided every few years to keep it healthy.

Where to Find Trifolium xanthinum

Trifolium xanthinum is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of France, Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Trifolium xanthinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium xanthinum?

Trifolium xanthinum

What is the common name of Trifolium xanthinum?

Xanthine Clover

What is the habitat of Trifolium xanthinum?

It is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey

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