Status:
valid
Authors:
Savi
Source:
ildis
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Observ. Trifol. Sp.: 31 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213036
Common Names
- Obscure Clover
- Obscure Trefoil
- Obscure Trifolium
Synonyms
- Trifolium obscurum angustifolia Cuatrec. [unknown]
- Trifolium obscurum vinyalsii Sennen [unknown]
- Trifolium squarrosum aequidentatum (Pérez Lara) Malato-Beliz [unknown]
Description
Trifolium obscurum (also called obscure clover, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.3 m in height. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides. It has small, white flowers with yellowish centers.
Uses & Benefits
Trifolium obscurum is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Trifolium obscurum sub. obscurum
Trifolium obscurum sub. aequidentatum (Pérez Lara) C.Vicioso
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium obscurum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have three leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium obscurum is a perennial plant that is grown from seed. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is also tolerant of poor soil conditions.
Where to Find Trifolium obscurum
Trifolium obscurum is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sunny habitats.
Trifolium obscurum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium obscurum?
Trifolium obscurum
What is the common name of Trifolium obscurum?
Dark Clover
What is the family of Trifolium obscurum?
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