Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
howellii
ID:
166034

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts23: 262 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165363

Common Names

  • Howell's Clover
  • Trifolium Howellii
  • Howell's Clover

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Description

Trifolium howellii (also called Howell's Trifolium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to South America. It has oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in the Amazon rainforest and other tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium howellii is used as a cover crop and forage crop, as well as for soil improvement and erosion control. It can also be used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trifolium howellii are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium howellii is a fast-growing, annual herb. It is easy to propagate from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Both methods will result in a vigorous plant.

Where to Find Trifolium howellii

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

Trifolium howellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium howellii?

Trifolium howellii

What are the common names of Trifolium howellii?

Howell's Trifolium

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium howellii?

Trifolium howellii is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

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