Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spadiceum
ID:
214678

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1755

Citation Micro:
Fl. Suec., ed. 2: 261 (1755)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214007

Common Names

  • Trifolium spadiceum
  • Scarlet Clover
  • Crimson Clover

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Synonyms

  • Chrysaspis spadicea Greene [valid]
  • Amarenus spadiceus (L.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Trifolium litigiosum Desv. [valid]
  • Trifolium spadiceum ramosum Kožuharov [unknown]
  • Trifolium badium spadiceum (L.) Bonnier & Layens [valid]

Description

Trifolium spadiceum (also called Spadiceous Clover, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium spadiceum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium spadiceum has small, yellow flowers, each with 10-15 stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough, pitted surface. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped cotyledons and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium spadiceum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the root crowns. Seeds should be sown in early spring and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Trifolium spadiceum

Trifolium spadiceum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Trifolium spadiceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium spadiceum?

Trifolium spadiceum

What is the family of Trifolium spadiceum?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Trifolium spadiceum?

Scarlet 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