Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
berytheum
ID:
192152

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Blanche

Source:
ildis

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Diagn. Pl. Orient., ser. 2, 2: 15 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191481

Common Names

  • Trifolium berytheum
  • Berythe's Clover
  • Berythe Clover

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Synonyms

  • Trifolium alexandrinum berytheum (Boiss. & Blanche) Ponert [valid]
  • Trifolium alexandrinum berytheum (Boiss. & Blanche) Trab. [valid]
  • Trifolium alexandrinum tuberculatum (Boiss.) Gibelli & Belli [valid]
  • Trifolium echinatum berytheum (Boiss. & Blanche) Dinsm. [valid]
  • Trifolium supinum tuberculatum Boiss. [valid]

Description

Trifolium berytheum (also called Berythe's Trefoil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous species of the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. This plant has a woody base and grows up to 1 meter in height. The leaves are trifoliate and green in color. The flowers are yellow in color and bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium berytheum is used as a fodder plant for livestock and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium berytheum is a small, white, clover-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium berytheum is a short-lived perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Trifolium berytheum

Trifolium berytheum can be found in dry grasslands, pastures, and roadsides in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Trifolium berytheum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium berytheum?

Trifolium berytheum

What is the common name of Trifolium berytheum?

Berythe's Clover

What is the family of Trifolium berytheum?

Fabaceae

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Emmanuel-Louis Blanche (1824-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blanche' in the authors string.