Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
ildis
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts6: 523 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174325
Common Names
- Oneflower Clover
- Oneflower Meadow Clover
- One-flowered Clover
Synonyms
- Trifolium monanthum monanthum [unknown]
- Trifolium monanthum typicum J.S.Martin [invalid]
Description
Trifolium monanthum (also called One-flowered Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has small, white flowers, and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Trifolium monanthum is used as a cover crop and forage crop for livestock. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Trifolium monanthum var. eastwoodianum J.S.Martin
Trifolium monanthum sub. grantianum (A.Heller) J.M.Gillett
Trifolium monanthum sub. parvum (Kellogg) J.M.Gillett
Trifolium monanthum sub. tenerum (Eastw.) J.M.Gillett
Trifolium monanthum sub. monanthum
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trifolium monanthum is a small, white, clover-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have three leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium monanthum 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 monanthum
Trifolium monanthum is native to western North America and can be found in dry, open areas, such as meadows, grasslands, and roadsides.
Trifolium monanthum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium monanthum?
Trifolium monanthum
What is the common name of Trifolium monanthum?
One-flowered Clover
What is the natural habitat of Trifolium monanthum?
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