Status:
valid
Authors:
Greuter, Pleger & Raus
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia13: 61 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412168
Common Names
- Missed Clover
- Missed Buffalo Clover
- Missed Trefoil
Description
Trifolium praetermissum (also called Slender Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is native to Europe, North Africa and western Asia and commonly found in grasslands, meadows and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Trifolium praetermissum is used as a forage crop and as a soil-improving crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium praetermissum has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a white-green hue.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium praetermissum is a perennial plant native to Europe. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer or fall.
Where to Find Trifolium praetermissum
Trifolium praetermissum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Trifolium praetermissum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium praetermissum?
Trifolium praetermissum
What is the common name of Trifolium praetermissum?
Common name of Trifolium praetermissum is not known.
What is the natural habitat of Trifolium praetermissum?
Trifolium praetermissum is native to the Mediterranean region.
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
Regine Pleger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pleger' in the authors string.