Status:
valid
Authors:
Rouy
Source:
tro
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
G.Rouy & J.Foucaud, Fl. France10: 374 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001055854
Common Names
- Neyrautii Clover
- Trifolium neyrautii
- Neyrautii Trefoil
Description
Trifolium neyrautii (also called Neyraud's Clover, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, open grasslands and meadows. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and its leaves are trifoliate. Its flowers are pink or white and its fruits are small, round pods.
Uses & Benefits
Trifolium neyrautii has been used traditionally in Chinese medicine as an anti-inflammatory and to treat skin diseases. It has also been used to reduce fever, treat coughs and colds, and to strengthen the body.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium neyrautii has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium neyrautii is a perennial species of clover that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care.
Where to Find Trifolium neyrautii
Trifolium neyrautii is native to the Middle East.
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