Trifolium variegatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray
Source:
ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174335
Common Names
- Alsike Clover
- Crimson Clover
- White Clover
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trifolium variegatum (also called White 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 variegatum is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil-stabilizing cover crop, and as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Trifolium variegatum var. variegatumFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium variegatum has small, white flowers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short, thick stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trifolium variegatum 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 variegatum
Trifolium variegatum can be found in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Trifolium variegatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium variegatum?
Trifolium variegatum
What is the common name of Trifolium variegatum?
Variegated Clover
What is the growth habit of Trifolium variegatum?
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
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:330892-2: Based on the initial data import