Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ukingense
ID:
213779

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.30: 324 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213108

Common Names

  • Ukingen Clover
  • Ukingen Trefoil
  • Ukingen Trifolium

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Description

Trifolium ukingense (also called Ukinga Clover, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to East Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers that appear in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Trifolium ukingense is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as a cover crop to help prevent soil erosion and improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trifolium ukingense has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have green leaves with white veins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trifolium ukingense is a perennial plant that is native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted immediately. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Trifolium ukingense

Trifolium ukingense is native to Africa and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Trifolium ukingense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trifolium ukingense?

Trifolium ukingense

What is the common name of Trifolium ukingense?

Ukinga Clover

What is the natural habitat of Trifolium ukingense?

It is native to East Africa

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