Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
ildis
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts11: 132 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167487
Common Names
- Palmer's Clover
- Palmer Clover
- Palmer's Trefoil
Synonyms
- Trifolium gracilentum palmeri (S.Watson) McDermott [unknown]
Description
Trifolium palmeri (also called Palmer's Clover, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with small, three-lobed leaves and white flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Trifolium palmeri is used as a source of forage for livestock, as a source of medicine, and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium palmeri has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium palmeri is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Trifolium palmeri
Trifolium palmeri is native to North America and can be found in the states of Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.
Trifolium palmeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium palmeri?
Trifolium palmeri
What is the common name of Trifolium palmeri?
Palmer's Clover
What type of plant is Trifolium palmeri?
Herb
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