Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dubium
ID:
213666

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sibth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Fl. Oxon.: 231 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212995

Common Names

  • Hop Clover
  • Suckling Clover
  • Lesser Trefoil

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Synonyms

  • Trifolium filiforme dubium (Sibth.) Fiori & Paol. [deprecated]
  • Chrysaspis dubia (Sibth.) E.H.Greene [valid]
  • Trifolium praticola Sennen [valid]
  • Trifolium filiforme dubium (Sibth.) Gams [valid]
  • Chrysaspis dubia (Sibth.) Desv. [unknown]
  • Trifolium filiforme sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Trifolium minus Sm. [valid]
  • Trifolium flavum C.Presl [valid]
  • Trifolium luteolum Schur [valid]
  • Amarenus flavus C.Presl [valid]
  • Trifolium filiforme dubium (Sibth.) Fiori & Paol. [valid]
  • Trifolium minus microphyllum Ser. [valid]
  • Trifolium dubium microphyllum (Ser.) P.D.Sell [valid]
  • Trifolium dubium atlanticum Maire [valid]
  • Trifolium filiforme minus (Sm.) Bonnier & Layens [valid]
  • Trifolium filiforme major Bab. [illegitimate]
  • Trifolium minus confertum Merino [valid]
  • Trifolium procumbens minus (Sm.) DC. [valid]

Description

Trifolium dubium (also called Lesser Trefoil, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m in height. It has trifoliate leaves and white or pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium dubium is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as a soil improver and green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trifolium dubium is a small, white flower with 3 petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with 3 leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium dubium can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Trifolium dubium

Trifolium dubium is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Trifolium dubium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium dubium?

Trifolium dubium

What is the common name of Trifolium dubium?

Least Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium dubium?

Grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas

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

References