Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stoloniferum
ID:
175004

Status:
valid

Authors:
Muhl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Amer. Sept.: 70 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174333

Common Names

  • Running Clover
  • Stoloniferum Clover
  • Stoloniferous Clover

Searching for Trifolium stoloniferum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Trifolium stoloniferum (also called Running 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 stoloniferum is used as a forage crop for livestock and as a soil-stabilizing cover crop. It is also used as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium stoloniferum 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.

Searching for Trifolium stoloniferum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium stoloniferum 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 stoloniferum

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

Trifolium stoloniferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium stoloniferum?

Trifolium stoloniferum

What is the common name of Trifolium stoloniferum?

Stoloniferous Clover

What is the growth habit of Trifolium stoloniferum?

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