Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyodon
ID:
166046

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Pittonia3: 215 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165375

Common Names

  • Polyodon Clover
  • Polyodon Meadow Clover
  • Polyodon Meadow-Clover

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Synonyms

  • Trifolium tridentatum polyodon (Greene) Jeps. [valid]
  • Trifolium variegatum polyodon (Greene) D.Heller [unknown]

Description

Trifolium polyodon (also called Long-bracted Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a prostrate habit. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium polyodon is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is used as a forage crop and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium polyodon has a white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium polyodon is a fast-growing, annual herb. It is easy to propagate from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Both methods will result in a vigorous plant.

Where to Find Trifolium polyodon

Trifolium polyodon is native to the western United States and can be found in areas of California, Oregon, and Washington.

Trifolium polyodon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium polyodon?

Trifolium polyodon

What is the common name of Trifolium polyodon?

Many-toothed Clover

What is the family of Trifolium polyodon?

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