Also known as Brown Trefoil
Brown Clover (Trifolium badium) is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its reddish-brown flower heads, providing ecological benefits as forage and soil improver.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures, hardy to cold winters.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal fertilization due to nitrogen-fixing abilities.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Trifolium badium prefers consistent moisture but can tolerate short dry spells once established. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering during winter dormancy.
Pruning is typically not necessary for Trifolium badium unless it becomes overgrown or you wish to manage its spread. Light trimming after flowering can encourage a tidier appearance and prevent excessive seeding.
Remove any dead or damaged foliage as needed.
Trifolium badium can be propagated by seed sown in autumn or early spring. Direct sowing is usually effective.
It can also be propagated by division of established clumps in early spring or autumn, ensuring each section has sufficient roots and shoots.
Repotting is generally not applicable for Trifolium badium as it is a perennial groundcover typically grown outdoors. If grown in containers, repotting would be required every 2-3 years in spring to refresh the soil and provide more space for root growth.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Brown Clover (Trifolium badium) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Trifolium |
| Species | Trifolium badium |
Similar in genus Trifolium
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