Status:
valid
Authors:
Vandas
Source:
ildis
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bulg.: 143 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214013
Common Names
- Trifolium velenovskyi
- Velenovsky's Clover
- Crimson Clover
Synonyms
- Chrysaspis velenovskyi (Vandas) Hendrych [valid]
Description
Trifolium velenovskyi (also called 'Velenovský's Clover', among many other common names) is a species of clover native to the Balkans. It is a perennial herb with a creeping habit and grows to a height of around 20 cm. It has trifoliate leaves and pink-purple flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Trifolium velenovskyi is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trifolium velenovskyi 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trifolium velenovskyi is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the root crowns. Seeds should be sown in early spring and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.
Where to Find Trifolium velenovskyi
Trifolium velenovskyi can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
Trifolium velenovskyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trifolium velenovskyi?
Trifolium velenovskyi
What is the family of Trifolium velenovskyi?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Trifolium velenovskyi?
Velenovsky's 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