Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alexandrinum
ID:
213634

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1755

Citation Micro:
Cent. Pl. I: 25 (1755)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212963

Common Names

  • Alexandrinum Clover
  • Trifolium alexandrinum
  • Alexandrinum Trifolium

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Synonyms

  • Trifolium alexandrium L. [unknown]
  • Trifolium albiceps Ehrenb. ex Sweet [valid]
  • Trifolium alexandrinum serotinum Zohary & Lerner [valid]
  • Trifolium alexandrinum serotinum (Zohary & Lerner) P.Silva [valid]
  • Trifolium alexandrinum madarensae Kožuharov [unknown]

Description

Trifolium alexandrinum (also called Alexandrian Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia, and is cultivated worldwide for its edible seeds and leaves. It grows to a height of 15–30 cm, with trifoliate leaves and white or pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium alexandrinum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as a soil improver and green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium alexandrinum is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium alexandrinum is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Trifolium alexandrinum

Trifolium alexandrinum is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and in North Africa.

Trifolium alexandrinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium alexandrinum?

Trifolium alexandrinum

What is the common name of Trifolium alexandrinum?

Alexandrian clover

What is the growth habit of Trifolium alexandrinum?

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