Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gymnocarpon
ID:
179854

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179183

Common Names

  • Trifolium gymnocarpon
  • Bald-Fruited Meadow Clover
  • Bald-Fruited Clover

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Description

Trifolium gymnocarpon (also called smooth clover, wild clover, and mountain clover, among many other common names) is a perennial legume native to the western United States. It grows in a variety of habitats, including disturbed sites, woodlands, and prairies. It has a low-growing, bushy habit and produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium gymnocarpon is used for its medicinal properties, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium gymnocarpon has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium gymnocarpon is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate by seed, and the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be spaced at least 20 cm apart and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Trifolium gymnocarpon

Trifolium gymnocarpon is native to the western United States and can be found in Oregon, California, and Washington.

Trifolium gymnocarpon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium gymnocarpon?

Trifolium gymnocarpon

What is the common name of Trifolium gymnocarpon?

Naked-Fruited Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium gymnocarpon?

Mountain meadows and open woodlands in the western United States

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:330894-2: Based on the initial data import