Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rueppellianum
ID:
213737

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fresen.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Flora22: 51 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213066

Common Names

  • Rueppell's Clover
  • Rueppellianum Clover
  • Rueppellianum Trifolium

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Synonyms

  • Trifolium preussii Taub. ex Baker f. [valid]
  • Trifolium rueppellianum preussii (Taub. ex Baker f.) J.B.Gillett [valid]
  • Trigonella marginata Hochst. & Steud. ex Baker [valid]
  • Trifolium rueppellianum rueppellianum [unknown]
  • Trifolium rueppellianum minimiflorum J.B.Gillett [valid]
  • Trifolium rueppellianum subrotundum (Hochst. & Steud. ex A.Rich.) Fiori [valid]

Description

Trifolium rueppellianum (also called Rueppell's Clover, among many other common names) is a small, annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a low-growing habit and grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium rueppellianum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as a cover crop to help prevent soil erosion and improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium rueppellianum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium rueppellianum is an annual or biennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in early spring in well-drained soil. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Trifolium rueppellianum

Trifolium rueppellianum is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Trifolium rueppellianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium rueppellianum?

Trifolium rueppellianum

What is the common name of Trifolium rueppellianum?

Rueppell's Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium rueppellianum?

It is native to the Middle East and East Africa

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