Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
campestre
ID:
213650

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schreb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
J.Sturm, Deutschl. Fl. Abbild.4: 16 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212979

Common Names

  • Trifolium campestre
  • Field clover
  • Campestre clover

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Synonyms

  • Trifolium agrarium sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Chrysaspis campestris (Schreb.) Desv. [valid]
  • Trifolium procumbens campestre DC. [unknown]
  • Amarenus campestris (Schreb.) Fourr. [valid]
  • Chrysaspis campestre Desv. [unknown]
  • Trifolium campestre campestre [unknown]
  • Trifolium procumbens campestre (Schreb.) Gaudin [valid]
  • Trifolium campestre patulepilosum H.Lindb. [unknown]
  • Trifolium procumbens erectum (Poir.) Pérez Lara [unknown]
  • Trifolium campestre nanum (Ser.) C.Vicioso [unknown]
  • Trifolium procumbens campestre (Schreb.) Ser. [unknown]

Description

Trifolium campestre (also called Field Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m in height. It has trifoliate leaves and white or pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Trifolium campestre sub. paphium Meikle
Trifolium campestre sub. campestre

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium campestre 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 campestre 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 campestre

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

Trifolium campestre FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium campestre?

Trifolium campestre

What is the common name of Trifolium campestre?

Field Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium campestre?

Grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas

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