Also known as Kenya White Clover
Kenya Clover (Trifolium semipilosum) is a perennial legume, valued as a forage crop and for its nitrogen-fixing abilities in agricultural systems.
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 not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-24°C.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal fertilization due to nitrogen-fixing ability.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Kenya Clover regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods, maintaining consistently moist soil. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out slightly between waterings in established plants.
Pruning is typically not required for Kenya Clover unless it becomes overly vigorous or needs shaping. Light trimming can be done to encourage denser growth or to maintain a desired size.
Remove any dead or damaged stems as needed to improve plant health.
Kenya Clover can be propagated from seeds sown directly into the garden in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by division of established clumps.
Seeds germinate best in well-prepared soil with consistent moisture.
Repotting is generally not applicable to Kenya Clover as it is typically grown as a groundcover or in larger beds. If grown in a container, repotting would only be necessary if the plant becomes root-bound, which is uncommon for this species.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Kenya Clover (Trifolium semipilosum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Trifolium |
| Species | Trifolium semipilosum |
Similar in genus Trifolium
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