Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parryi
ID:
174999

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Sci. Arts, ser. 2, 33: 409 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174328

Common Names

  • Parry's Clover
  • Parry's Trefoil
  • Trefoil Clover

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Description

Trifolium parryi (also called Parry's 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 parryi 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 parryi sub. salictorum (Greene ex Rydb.) J.M.Gillett
Trifolium parryi var. montanense (Rydb.) S.L.Welsh
Trifolium parryi sub. parryi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium parryi 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium parryi 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 parryi

Trifolium parryi can be found in California, Nevada, and Utah.

Trifolium parryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium parryi?

Trifolium parryi

What is the common name of Trifolium parryi?

Parry's Clover

What is the growth habit of Trifolium parryi?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit.

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