Also known as Cow Hop Clover · Irish Shamrock · Least Hop Clover
Suckling clover (Trifolium dubium), a small annual clover, thrives in various soils and is often found in lawns and pastures. It has small yellow flower heads.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright light for best flowering and growth.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures (18-24°C) and can tolerate cooler conditions.
Low
25% intensity
Benefits from light feeding during the growing season if needed.
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
Suckling clover prefers consistent moisture but can tolerate short dry spells. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler months or when the plant is dormant.
Pruning is generally not necessary for Suckling Clover unless aiming to control its spread or shape. Light trimming can encourage bushier growth.
Deadheading spent flowers can prevent unwanted self-seeding if desired, but this is usually only done for aesthetic purposes.
Suckling Clover is easily propagated by seed. Sow seeds directly into the desired location in spring or autumn. They germinate readily under good conditions.
Division of established clumps is also possible in spring, though less common for this typically spreading groundcover.
Repotting is rarely necessary for Suckling Clover, as it is often grown as a groundcover or in larger plantings. If grown in a container and it becomes root-bound, repot in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Where Suckling Clover (Trifolium dubium) 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 dubium |
Similar in genus Trifolium
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