Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
physanthum
ID:
175000

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Bot. Misc.3: 180 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174329

Common Names

  • Fuzzy Clover
  • Fuzzy Trefoil
  • Physanthum Clover

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Synonyms

  • Trifolium valdivianum D.Heller & Zohary [unknown]

Description

Trifolium physanthum (also called Yellow-flowered Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has small, yellow flowers, and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium physanthum is used as a cover crop and forage crop for livestock. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium physanthum 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 physanthum 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 physanthum

Trifolium physanthum can be found in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Trifolium physanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium physanthum?

Trifolium physanthum

What is the common name of Trifolium physanthum?

Showy Clover

What is the growth habit of Trifolium physanthum?

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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.