Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Spruner
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 30 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200001679
Common Names
- Trifolium parnassi
- Parnassia Clover
- Mountain Clover
Description
Trifolium parnassi (also called Parnassus clover, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Europe, found in dry forests and scrublands. It has a tall, upright shape and grows up to 10 feet tall, with small, yellow flowers and flat, feathery leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Trifolium parnassi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used to make hedges and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium parnassi has small, white flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with two oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium parnassi is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Trifolium parnassi
Trifolium parnassi is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in the wild in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Russia.
Trifolium parnassi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium parnassi?
Trifolium parnassi
What is the family of Trifolium parnassi?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Trifolium parnassi?
Parnassus Clover
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