Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxatile
ID:
214674

Status:
valid

Authors:
All.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1774

Citation Micro:
Mélanges Philos. Math. Soc. Roy. Turin5: 77 (1774)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214003

Common Names

  • Trifolium saxatile
  • Rock Clover
  • Rock Trefoil

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Synonyms

  • Trifolium glaciale Reyner ex J.F.Gmel. [valid]
  • Trifolium thymiflorum Vill. [valid]

Description

Trifolium saxatile (also called Rock Clover, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium saxatile is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium saxatile has small, yellow flowers, each with 10-15 stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough, pitted surface. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped cotyledons and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium saxatile is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay. It can be grown in a container and will self-seed if allowed to flower. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Trifolium saxatile

Trifolium saxatile can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Trifolium saxatile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium saxatile?

Trifolium saxatile

What is the family of Trifolium saxatile?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Trifolium saxatile?

Rock clover

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