Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boissieri
ID:
185903

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sicul. Syn.2: 858 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185232

Common Names

  • Boissier's Clover
  • Boissier's Trefoil
  • Boissier's Trifolium

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Synonyms

  • Chrysaspis boissieri (Guss.) Hendrych [valid]
  • Trifolium caloxanthum Griseb. [valid]
  • Trifolium speciosum Boiss. [illegitimate]

Description

Trifolium boissieri (also called Boissier's Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb species of the Fabaceae family. It is native to Turkey, usually found in grassland and steppe habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium boissieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium boissieri has yellow, five-petalled flowers that appear in spring and summer. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium boissieri can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, sunny location and water regularly.

Where to Find Trifolium boissieri

Trifolium boissieri can be found in the Middle East, including Turkey, Syria, and Iraq.

Trifolium boissieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium boissieri?

Trifolium boissieri

What are the common names of Trifolium boissieri?

Trifolium boissieri is also known as Boissier's clover, Boissier clover, or Boissier's trefoil.

What is the origin of Trifolium boissieri?

Trifolium boissieri is native to the Mediterranean region.

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