Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
ildis
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts11: 127 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168857
Common Names
- Lemmon's Clover
- Lemmon Clover
- Lemmon Clover Tree
Synonyms
- Trifolium gymnocarpon lemmonii (S.Watson) McDermott [valid]
- Lupinaster lemmonii (S.Watson) Latsch. [valid]
Description
Trifolium lemmonii (also called 'Lemmon's Clover', 'Lemmon's Trifolium' and 'Lemmon's Trefoil', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to North America. It grows in meadows, pastures and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Trifolium lemmonii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium lemmonii has small, yellow flowers, followed by small, flat, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium lemmonii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 m (20 ft) in height. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Trifolium lemmonii
Trifolium lemmonii is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California.
Trifolium lemmonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium lemmonii?
Trifolium lemmonii
What is the common name of Trifolium lemmonii?
Lemmon's Clover
What is the family of Trifolium lemmonii?
Fabaceae
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