Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
israeliticum
ID:
412498

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Zohary & Katzn.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot.6: 179 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411830

Common Names

  • Trifolium israeliticum
  • Israeliticum Clover
  • Israeliticum Trefoil

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Description

Trifolium israeliticum (also called Israelite Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium israeliticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and to help control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium israeliticum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium israeliticum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or fall and cover lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to 6-8 inches apart. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Trifolium israeliticum

Trifolium israeliticum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Trifolium israeliticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium israeliticum?

Trifolium israeliticum

What is the common name of Trifolium israeliticum?

Israelite Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium israeliticum?

Grassy meadows, pastures, and roadsides

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

Daniel Zohary (1926-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Zohary' in the authors string.
Joseph Katznelson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Katzn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:523254-1: Based on the initial data import