Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusiflorum
ID:
166040

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165369

Common Names

  • Buff Clover
  • Large-Headed Clover
  • Strawberry Clover

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium obtusiflorum 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 obtusiflorum are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium obtusiflorum 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 obtusiflorum

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

Trifolium obtusiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium obtusiflorum?

Trifolium obtusiflorum

What is the common name of Trifolium obtusiflorum?

Blunt-flowered Clover

What is the family of Trifolium obtusiflorum?

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

References