Trifolium repens (White Clover)
Botanical Information
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Trifolium |
| Species | repens |
| Category | Perennials, Wildflowers & Weeds |
| Origin | Native to Europe, north Africa, and west Asia. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Growth | Fast |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Glabrous perennial with trifoliate leaves. T. repens produces cyanide (cyanogenesis) in very small amounts when damaged. |
| Landscape | White clover grows among turfgrass, crops, and in a large number of other landscapes. |
| Propagation | Pre-soak the seed for 12 hours in warm water and then sow in spring. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Grassland and lawns across Europe, North Africa, and West Asia. |
| Leaf Description | Trifoliate leaves. |
Photographs
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Scanning electron microscope image of pollen grain.