Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dasyphyllum
ID:
174984

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer.1: 315 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174313

Common Names

  • Dense-Leaved Clover
  • Dense-Leaved Trefoil
  • Dense-Leaved Trifolium

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Description

Trifolium dasyphyllum (also called Woolly Clover, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an annual herb that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium dasyphyllum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as for soil erosion control and as a cover crop.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Trifolium dasyphyllum sub. anemophilum (Greene) J.M.Gillett
Trifolium dasyphyllum sub. dasyphyllum
Trifolium dasyphyllum var. uintense (Rydb.) S.L.Welsh

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium dasyphyllum is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped seedlings with a yellow center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium dasyphyllum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or by division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in late spring or early summer. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Trifolium dasyphyllum

Trifolium dasyphyllum is native to western North America and is found in open meadows, grasslands, and woodlands.

Trifolium dasyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium dasyphyllum?

Trifolium dasyphyllum

What is the common name of Trifolium dasyphyllum?

Woolly Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium dasyphyllum?

It is native to western North America from British Columbia to California

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.