Status:
valid
Authors:
Chapel & Vincent
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron2013-63: 4 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337294
Common Names
- Trifolium kentuckiense
- Kentucky Clover
- Kentucky Trifolium
Description
Trifolium kentuckiense (also called Kentucky Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the family Fabaceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few leaves. It is native to the eastern United States, and is found in moist meadows and open woods.
Uses & Benefits
Trifolium kentuckiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium kentuckiense has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium kentuckiense is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Trifolium kentuckiense
Trifolium kentuckiense can be found in the eastern United States, particularly in Kentucky.
Trifolium kentuckiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium kentuckiense?
Trifolium kentuckiense
What is the common name of Trifolium kentuckiense?
Kentucky Clover
What is the natural habitat of Trifolium kentuckiense?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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